tick off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
To sign an item on a list with a tick mark, especially as a signal that the item has been verified or completed.
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To list (create or recite a list).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To annoy, aggravate.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tick off” mean?
To sign an item on a list with a tick mark, especially as a signal that the item has been verified or completed.
Is “tick off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.