off-island
Americanadjective
adverb
Etymology
Origin of off-island
First recorded in 1915–20
Example Sentences
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“I just don’t think it’s right that an off-island judge can come in and tell the local residents what they can and can’t do with their properties,” Marley said, referring to the Boston judge’s ruling.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025
It said the increase was due to the rising costs of food, driving and leisure - which included entertainment, sport and holidays off-island.
From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025
Around him, other workers were breaking down bulk packages of salt, soap and other goods, including another volunteer from off-island, a 38-year-old man who goes by the name Savage.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2024
Most of the calls overnight came from worried people off-island who were unable to reach family members.
From Seattle Times • May 24, 2023
There are no overhead wires on Manhattan Island except at the several points where the off-island railways terminate.
From The Deaves Affair by Footner, Hulbert
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