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off the table en · ADP
Pronunciation
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(figuratively) Beyond consideration.
We will take no options off the table to achieve that goal.
Diplomatic hogwash aside, ‘efficiency and effectiveness’ have nothing to do with the shutting of the Consulate. The decision is but a continuation of successive US measures aimed at “taking Jerusalem off the table” – as per Trump’s own words - of any future negotiations.
2019 March 14, Ramzy Baroud, “Chasing mirages: What are Palestinians doing to combat ‘Deal of the Century’?”, in Ma'an News, archived from the original on 30 Mar 2019, retrieved 15 Jul 2019:That’s why virtually nothing should be off the table this offseason, including the idea of improving at quarterback.
2023 April 5, Jeff Howe, “In Belichick’s pursuit of glory, nothing is off the table, even idea of trading Mac Jones”, in The Athletic, archived from the original on 13 Aug 2025:
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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see off, the, table.
The marble rolled off the table.
Antonyms
on the table