| Collins took off on his lap of honour, deserving adulation for his run of 9.98 secs. |
| Before the Wrights took off in the Flyer, they had gained experience with unpowered gliders, following the example of other pioneering aviators. |
| Once on the street, Tim put the car into first, and deliberately vroomed the engine as he took off, feeling the slight push back into his seat. |
| He was wet through so took off most of his clothes and emptied his pockets, to let everything dry off. |
| We took off from Harrisburg with great speed and soon were jouncing along on the jointed rail. |
| The father immediately took off his necklaces, his soft fine garments and his other adornments and put on clothes that were ragged and soiled. |
