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What does make off mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word make off? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (intransitive) To run away; to exit
  2. To tie off, fix down or terminate the end of a rope, cable or thread
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But as soon as the attack on the Bushmen begins, we will, all of us, make off as fast as we can southwards.
A mew broke into Grace's thoughts, and she blinked down at the small kitten, who was attempting to make off with her fishnets.
A man dressed as Batman during a Children in Need charity fundraiser foiled an attempt by thieves to make off with event proceeds.
He eventually came to a stop in Chestnut Avenue, and tried to make off on foot, but he was surrounded by officers.
I don't understand why not a few on the right feel the need to defend the sorts of people who make off with millions after failing miserably in their job.
A registration allows you to take action against another party that wants to make off with your product.

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