Blow Off for Dummies

Alright, so "blow off" is a phrase that means to not do something that you were supposed to do, or to ignore something or someone. Let me explain it a bit more. Imagine if you have a homework assignment due tomorrow, but you decide to watch TV instead of doing it. You're blowing off the homework. Or if someone asks you for help, but you ignore them and pretend you didn't hear them, that's also blowing them off. Basically, it's like avoiding or neglecting something or someone. So, when you hear someone say "I'm going to blow off my responsibilities and go have fun," they're saying they're going to ignore what they should be doing and do something else instead. Does that make sense?

It can also mean to release strong emotion, like "blowing off steam" after a long day. So, if you're really angry or stressed and you shout or hit a pillow to let it out, that's blowing off steam. It's like releasing all the pressure and tension that's built up inside you. So, just remember, blowing off can mean avoiding something or letting out strong feelings. I hope that helps!