I've got to shoot off

27th February 2024

We use this expression to say you have to leave immediately

Usage

Written:

Spoken:

Yes

Formal:

Informal:

Yes

Example 1

Sorry, I can't talk right now. I've got to shoot off.

Okay, bye, see you tomorrow.

Example 2

As I was saying, he told me I wasn't doing my job properly and I said..

Oh my God, is that the time? I've got to shoot off. I'll talk to you some other time.