send-off
Americannoun
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a demonstration of good wishes for a person setting out on a trip, career, or other venture.
They gave him a rousing send-off at the pier.
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a start given to a person or thing.
Etymology
Origin of send-off
1855–60, noun use of verb phrase send off
Example Sentences
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It also meant he could get the dream send-off as Semenyo was substituted with seconds left, allowing him to soak up the adulation from the home supporters as well as applaud them back.
From BBC
It has culminated in this – a sombre send-off in Sydney.
From BBC
Expect a lot of smudged mascara as the pair receive a send-off to remember.
From BBC
That felt like that might be a nice send-off.
From Los Angeles Times
"For now, despite a slightly slow start, the signs are promising that it will go one better than Game of Thrones, and deliver a send-off that lives up to audience expectations," he said.
From BBC
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