: a demonstration of goodwill and enthusiasm for the beginning of a new venture (such as a trip)
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While Trump and Musk previously exchanged public praise—Trump held a send-off ceremony for Musk in the Oval Office last Friday—the President is now dismissing Musk's criticisms as self-serving.
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Nik Popli, Time, 5 June 2025
What about a bridal gown for a high school send-off?
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 5 June 2025
Getty Images This John Boyd peach pink straw archer style hat was worn by Diana for her honeymoon send-off in 1981 and then again in Canberra, Australia, for a public appearance two years later.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 4 June 2025
Trump, who praised Musk during his send-off at the White House last Friday, has not publicly weighed in on Musk’s open hostility toward the bill.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 4 June 2025
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Nik Popli, Time, 5 June 2025
What about a bridal gown for a high school send-off?
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 5 June 2025
Getty Images This John Boyd peach pink straw archer style hat was worn by Diana for her honeymoon send-off in 1981 and then again in Canberra, Australia, for a public appearance two years later.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 4 June 2025
Trump, who praised Musk during his send-off at the White House last Friday, has not publicly weighed in on Musk’s open hostility toward the bill.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 4 June 2025
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“Send-off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/send-off. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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