as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
he really gets off on being the person in charge of everyone else
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Over the next few years, van de Wall enjoyed the lifestyle expected of an EDM hitmaker.—
Victoria Bekiempis,
Rolling Stone,
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The museum tells the stories of Austen’s novels, and visitors can enjoy an afternoon tea in the traditional tearoom upstairs.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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His mother, Helen, was a librarian, and his father, John, sold insurance and liked to sing opera around the house.—
Mike Barnes,
The Hollywood Reporter,
1 Mar. 2025
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Of course, leather isn’t the only option out there for those who like the simplicity of a tote bag.—
Brett F. Braley-Palko,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Academy Award voters love actors who take on historical figures, much like last year's best actor award winner.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Snobs who love to sneer at those crude Americans across the water have been given a boost, thanks in particular to the distinctively aggressive style of President Donald Trump.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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Hollywood took to social media to mourn one of their own, one who had made the transition from kid star to teen queen to adult actor.—
Mark Kennedy,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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Tatum took to social media amid the film’s release to share an emotional statement on finally getting the chance to play Gambit.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Get off (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20off%20%28on%29. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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