flyoff
/ˈflaɪˌɔf/
noun
- A competition in which pilots or aircraft are tested against each other to determine the best performer, often for a contract or award.
- After months of preparation, the team's drone won the flyoff against ten other models.
- The annual air show ended with a thrilling flyoff between two stunt pilots.
- Three companies entered their jets in the flyoff for the military contract.
- A sudden departure or escape, especially of a bird or insect taking flight.
- The flyoff of the flock was so sudden that no one got a photo.
- With a quick flyoff, the butterfly disappeared into the trees.
- The flyoff of the sparrows startled the hikers on the trail.
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