| 单词 | firing off |
| 例句 | By 1820 even Adams had stopped firing off his illumination rounds and had adopted the Jeffersonian posture of benign duplicity, preferring to risk hypocrisy rather than the friendship. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z I had to take my finger off the trigger to avoid firing off a shot, afraid the flash of the muzzle would alert Grigori to my location. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z Then we began to hear small-arms firing off to our right. Fallen Angels 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z Versus her: “Me . . .” “My . . .” “No . . .” “No ...” Then each one of them firing off: “The people . ..” “The people . . “The people .. One Crazy Summer 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z Mom started firing off anxiety-ridden messages, asking me what was going on. How Dare the Sun Rise 2017-05-16T00:00:00Z She slumped against me as Lance spread himself across the table and practically shoved the microphone down her throat, firing off a round of frantic questions. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z The policy inboxes are overflowing since they released the official platform two days ago, and WASPy Hunter has been firing off emails like his life depends on it. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z As he dropped the hammer down, missing over and over again, Genie started firing off the questions that had been bouncing around in his head since Tess started this whole explanation. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z “Go to dancin’, buster!” he yelled, firing off a bullet that grazed the toe of the man’s boot. Cold Sassy Tree 1984-11-02T00:00:00Z Cars speed away outside, and people run into the night in any direction where shots aren’t firing off. The Hate U Give 2017-02-28T00:00:00Z Now they wanted to be shouting drunk, firing off guns to show how wonderful they were to have kicked a hole in space and ridden a rocket all the way to Mars. The Martian Chronicles 1950-01-01T00:00:00Z As he played on, the energy magnified; the tuning fork going crazy now, firing off vibrations all over, until my entire body was humming, until I was left breathless. If I Stay 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z They’re firing off so many salutes in Moscow, the city must be rumbling and shaking all day long. The Diary of a Young Girl 1997-02-03T00:00:00Z He found the stricken rider distracting himself from his pain by firing off aphorisms from Ralph Waldo Emerson—“Old Waldo”—at the nurses. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z Kering executives are sitting on multiple panels, while LVMH, a corporate sponsor of the conference, is firing off email blasts to its employees on “green” lessons learned. Luxury fashion brands are going green. But why are they keeping it a secret? 2015-12-08T05:00:00Z If someone brandishes a gun, you can bet that they'll be firing off ideas any minute. Not the Booker prize 2012: The Casablanca Case by Simon Swift 2012-10-03T10:07:25Z It’s firing off terror signals like a wonky catherine wheel. 'I feel I might die any waking moment': can I escape the grip of PTSD? 2018-10-20T04:00:00Z It also watermarks the files, as well as providing link-scanning software that trawls the internet looking for leaks and firing off automatic takedown notices if it finds any. Pre-release music: will a 'promo service' help stop leaks? 2013-07-03T10:14:05Z Photograph: Rex Features The comedian Frankie Boyle has set up an alternative running commentary to Lady Thatcher's funeral, firing off edgy outrageous messages to his 1.3 million followers on Twitter. Frankie Boyle launches alternative Thatcher funeral commentary 2013-04-17T11:08:30Z Her lyrics often raced by in a flash, and so did the intricate lines she finger-tapped along her fret board, as if firing off an urgent telegraph. Critics? Choice: New CDs 2010-10-03T22:17:00Z It would’ve taken only minutes to confirm this before firing off tweets and updates. How breaking news is breaking us: The rush to report Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death 2014-02-04T00:00:00Z Sachs first began building speaker systems in his youth, which is also when he got into firing off rockets. Tom Sachs: Rocket Man to Renaissance Man 2022-07-22T04:00:00Z Upholstered in green leather, it has been used for all the usual purposes, from making phone calls to firing off emails. Vladimir Kagan, Designer Whose Furniture Evoked Sensuality, Dies at 88 2016-04-12T04:00:00Z When pressured by the White House to reveal their source, they do ... but not before firing off an indignant email and making sure that the rabbit is relocated with a new identity. After 'Dumber,' here are ideas for more comic-duo sequels 2014-11-15T05:00:00Z Eating sumptuous meals without apparent relish, jogging separately through impossibly gorgeous towns, and firing off celebrity impersonations with wearying one-upmanship, they perform with the competitive reflexivity of the longtime double act. Review: In ‘The Trip to Spain,’ Everything Tastes Stale 2017-08-10T04:00:00Z Mr. Chow plays a shyster lawyer, Sung, who wins cases by firing off nonsensical arguments at an equally fast pace, bewildering the provincial judges who try to keep up with him. Stephen Chow: The King of Comedy, Film Retrospective at BAM 2014-10-05T04:00:00Z Picking up the phone to disturb a colleague’s vacation is a lot harder than firing off an email. How to Vacation Like It’s 1999 2015-08-05T04:00:00Z When Bishop and McKenna begin firing off their guns in tandem, it certainly looks like the start of a beautiful friendship. | 'The Mechanic': Hit Man Is Back, Teaching the Tricks of the Trade 2011-01-27T21:49:41Z But Ms. Nevins is also fiercely protective of her filmmaker “cubs,” firing off tart and impolitic notes to critics who give negative reviews. The Grande Dame of Documentary is Leaving Her Home at HBO 2017-12-16T05:00:00Z Almost every person who has children has a story about his or her kid firing off an inappropriate word or two. Tripp Palin’s gay slur 2012-07-23T16:00:00Z He imagines watching “2001: A Space Odyssey” and firing off model rockets with his son though, in the end, he can’t help but picture William getting taken away in the same way his sister was. ‘The X-Files’ Season 10, Episode 2: That’s More Like It 2016-01-25T05:00:00Z "Sometimes wish you were here," he croons, then pauses before firing off the punch line: "weather permitting." Franz Ferdinand comes back dancing 2013-08-27T05:00:00Z Fortunately, the woman was able to fend off the attack by firing off warning shots. McDonald's customer fires warning shots to scare off attacker in drive-thru 2021-03-16T04:00:00Z Because just as easily, you can be firing off sparks based on what's happened to you. TV on the Radio's Tunde Adebimpe on using a "weird gaslighting technique" in new film "Ultrasound" 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z Then the line of police just charged at us, shooting rubber bullets and firing off flash bangs. ‘This can’t be happening’: An oral history of 48 surreal, violent, biblical minutes in Washington 2020-06-02T04:00:00Z You control an organic blob, which you steer by firing off little pieces of it to provide subtle propulsion and to direct yourself towards smaller blobs to assimilate. This week's new games 2010-07-30T23:06:00Z Here Mr. Person let himself get worked up a bit, firing off eighth notes in a rivetlike pattern. Music Review | Houston Person: Cruising or Fired Up, an Unchanging Language 2010-03-05T22:08:00Z She shoots every week and avoids weekends, when the range gets crowded and loud with men firing off assault-type rifles, inviting sensory overload. Tiona Nekkia McClodden Is Not Running Away 2022-08-04T04:00:00Z In geek-chic glasses, he began alone, kicking, swiveling and firing off sporadic bursts of whispered taps, as if practicing mentally, as Gould often did. Review: ‘Rhythm in Motion,’ a Tap Dance Showcase, at Theater at the 14th Street Y 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z Thoughts on deflecting — or not firing off — casual insults. @Work Advice: No good way to say it. Deflecting—or not firing—casual insults. From Aberystwyth, they seem to be firing off on many different, extremely promising tangents. Music picks of the week 2010-04-09T23:07:00Z If you struggle with impulse control, you can learn "to wait before you do something impulsive such as firing off an angry text." Do more people really have ADHD or are we misdiagnosing ourselves? 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z Actors who can link psychology to speech have an advantage over those who need to slip into a fully drawn personality before firing off a line. Commentary: Critics weren't invited to David Mamet's new play. Then the show's star, Shia LaBeouf, sent a personal invite 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z So I’ve been firing off random stuff and reading comments and seeing how people receive it and then, you know, saying ‘no’ a lot. Doja Cat shares new art for ‘Scarlet’ album after fans say first choice duped a German metal band's image 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Think something like Call of Duty, except instead of shooting bullets you’re firing off magic bolts, missiles and bombs. What to stream this week: Adam Sandler, ‘Star Wars: Ahsoka,’ Tim McGraw and ‘Honor Among Thieves’ 2023-08-20T04:00:00Z Trump posted about the case online anyway, firing off about the judge. Trump assails judge in 2020 election case after she warned him not to make inflammatory remarks 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z Former President Donald Trump spent his weekend firing off a series of grievances about his ongoing legal woes on Truth Social and teased that he expects to be indicted again "any day now." Trump spent the weekend raging on Truth Social as the walls close in 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z This year, however, there was a twist: The prohibitive front-runner, Mr. Trump, skipped the hustings, staying home with his family and firing off vulgar social media posts. Stumping on July 4, Trump’s Rivals Pitch Themselves to Early-State Voters 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z “They were firing off fireworks all of 2020. It shocked the industry, to be quite honest with you.” What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions 2023-07-01T04:00:00Z As the riots intensified on Friday, he spent hours on his phone in the Grand Yoff neighbourhood firing off tweets railing against a partial internet shutdown. Senegalese man warned of gun violence the day he was shot dead in riots 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Carlson's legal team tried to get ahead of any contractual disputes on Tuesday, firing off a letter accusing Fox of fraud and breaching Carlson's contract themselves. Tucker Carlson accuses Fox of fraud as he reportedly snubs $25 million to flee to Twitter 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z "It's all visual-based. If you see them, then you just try to escape by firing off heat traps and manoeuvring." Ukraine war: Jet pilots talk about the air war with Russia 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Onda returns again and again to a disjointed sort of poeticism that circles around the core idea by firing off questions and trying out slightly augmented versions of the same sentence, akin to stream-of-consciousness. Japan bestseller ‘Honeybees’ is an ode to creatives 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z On Sunday, celebrations at Parliament House are set to include Australian military personnel firing off a 21-gun salute, and an Australian air force fly-past. Australia's Sydney Opera House won't light up for coronation to save costs 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z The attack happened near the town of Cleveland, north of Houston, on a street where some residents say neighbors often unwind by firing off guns. Texas mass shooting suspect could be anywhere, sheriff says 2023-04-30T04:00:00Z In its report, The Post described Teixeira as a gun enthusiast and described a video in which he yells racist and antisemitic epithets before firing off several rounds from a rifle. Leak raises fresh questions about Pentagon’s internal security 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z You may have been firing off your burning questions into your friend group chat, only to be met with more questions, or worse, silence: Coachella 2023: What you need to know about this year’s fest 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z In the past it has responded to such drills by firing off a mix of short, medium, and long-range missiles, and perhaps some artillery shells. North Korea: What to make of Kim Jong Un's barrage of weapon tests 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z Former President Donald Trump spent the weekend firing off all-caps grievances on Truth Social as he expects to be indicted in Manhattan for his role in a hush-money scheme involving adult film actress Stormy Daniels. Trump panics on Truth Social over "leak" of looming indictment—and tries to appeal to his NYPD pals 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z Currently a special presidential advisor for special operations, the 48 year-old general is known for firing off controversial tweets that have earned him reprimands from his father. Son of Uganda's president says to stand for leadership in 2026 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Jordan has responded by firing off yet more subpoenas and more unsupported allegations. Opinion | Kevin McCarthy joins the insurrection 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z Skimpy upload speeds might be the problem if your Zoom call freezes while your teen is firing off her TikTok creations. Don’t do that. Four mistakes you’re making with home internet. 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z Zelenskyy got an early start to the day, firing off a tweet that promised: “We know that 2023 will be the year of our victory!” Ukraine leader pledges push for victory on war anniversary 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Police arrested a man late Friday for firing off blank rounds from a handgun earlier this week at a San Francisco synagogue. San Francisco synagogue shooting suspect has been arrested 2023-02-05T05:00:00Z Hunter Biden's legal team is trying to turn the tables on his Republican critics, calling for an investigation into his stolen laptop and firing off cease-and-desist letters to Fox News. “Reckless and unlawful conduct”: Hunter Biden tries to turn the tables on GOP — and Fox News 2023-02-02T05:00:00Z A photographer squatted in the congressman’s path, firing off shots, only to be toppled onto the marble floor by a stray reporter caught up in the pursuing mob. The flailing, tedious thrill of reporting on the House leadership fight 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z On April 12, James allegedly set off smoke grenades, launching a scene of chaos, before firing off nearly three dozen rounds from a Glock 9mm handgun on a Manhattan-bound N train in Brooklyn. Brooklyn subway shooting suspect set to plead guilty to terrorism 2022-12-21T05:00:00Z “One of the scenes was just me firing off a lot of orders in the kitchen,” says Edebiri, speaking from her home in Los Angeles. How an up-and-coming comic broke big with the drama 'The Bear' 2022-11-22T05:00:00Z “Unlike a lot of my colleagues, I don’t spend a ton of time yelling on cable news or firing off angry tweets. I am somebody who reads the bills and drafts the bills,” he said. South Dakota Rep. Johnson touts policy over ‘angry tweets’ 2022-11-17T05:00:00Z North Korea has been firing off missile tests at a rapid clip of late, prompting worries it might resume nuclear testing. Biden says North Korea nuclear testing would prompt bigger U.S. presence in the region 2022-11-14T05:00:00Z He practiced firing off the line of scrimmage, batting down passes and defending the play-action pass. Chase Young returns to practice — and the Commanders’ defense rejoices 2022-11-02T04:00:00Z Hopkins immediately began firing off long emails to Gray with reflections of his own grandfather as the two exchanged memories with one another. For Anthony Hopkins, a grandfather role with personal echoes 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z The men were firing off their weapons, not listening when he ordered them to cease fire, he said. ‘They Are in a Panic’: Ukraine’s Troops Size Up the Enemy 2022-10-07T04:00:00Z I try to still be productive and have my mind firing off signals somehow. Kenny Rivero’s Tricks of the Eye 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z Republicans, even those with an eye on the White House in 2024, were swift in their condemnation of the raid and rallied behind Trump, firing off similar evidence-free statements. Top Republicans echo Trump’s evidence-free claims to discredit FBI search 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z Republican voters in the Grand Rapids-based district rejected Mr. Meijer in favor of John Gibbs, a former official at the Department of Housing and Urban Development with a history of firing off inflammatory, conspiratorial tweets. Meijer’s Defeat Shows Republican Intolerance for Trump’s Antagonists 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z Russian soldiers began deploying near the barracks and firing off rockets in the direction of Ukrainian positions, seemingly trying to provoke Ukrainian forces into firing at the prison camp. Explosion Kills Dozens of Ukrainian Captives at Russian-Held Prison 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z And while racing with the DualSense controller’s haptics firing off is certainly satisfying, no controller substitutes the satisfaction of playing with a proper wheel. Here are the best accessories for your new PlayStation 5 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z There’s also very little lag in the camera app, even firing off multiple portrait mode shots back to back. Google Pixel 6A review: midrange parts, Tensor smarts 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z Admittedly, that makes a lot more sense for Nerf physics and safety constraints than firing off a rocket. Nerf’s Gjallarhorn rocket launcher from Destiny is truly gigantic — preorders begin July 7th 2022-06-29T04:00:00Z She gripped the steering wheel with one hand and held her phone with the other, firing off voice memos to headquarters. A U.S. murder suspect fled to Mexico. The Gringo Hunters were waiting. For the next 45 minutes or so, Ovechkin looked like his normal self — even firing off one-timers from his usual spot as the session winded down. Alex Ovechkin gearing up for return, but Capitals have hands full against Florida 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z Recently, he has spent weeks harping on the necessity of “free speech” on the social media site, firing off tweets aimed at influencing the discussion. Twitter adopts ‘poison pill’ intended to thwart Elon Musk’s takeover bid 2022-04-15T04:00:00Z After firing off one entire magazine, Mr. James loaded a second into his handgun, according to a senior law enforcement official with knowledge of the case, and squeezed off three more rounds. Why No One Died When a Gunman Opened Fire on the Subway 2022-04-14T04:00:00Z The discovery confirmed suspicions authorities had developed after hearing audio recordings of the shooting on social media that revealed the distinct sound of rounds firing off at rapid speed. Sacramento massacre shows rising dangers of handguns converted into automatic weapons 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z “I don’t think it’s quite that simple. I don’t think you start firing off rockets to shoot down drones in neighborhoods or along the border or along the river, where people live,” she said. Congressman pushes DHS to shoot down cartel drones at border 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z After an officer began to scuffle with him, a gun the teenager was carrying went off, firing off one bullet that struck both of them. N.Y.P.D. Rolls Out New Version of Anti-Gun Unit With Violent Past 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z Offensive fit: The veteran pocket passer is at his best when he’s firing off play-action passes, and he has enough mobility to extend plays when needed. Searching for the Commanders’ next quarterback It was a poor goal for the hosts to give away and they could not handle Liverpool’s relentless pressing in the opening exchanges with Oxlade-Chamberlain firing off target twice in quick succession. Liverpool beats Palace 3-1 to cut City’s lead to 9 points 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z It appeared it was possible that Burrow was out of bounds before he threw the ball but subsequent replays showed he was well in bounds before firing off the pass. Erroneous whistle on Bengals touchdown pass sparks confusion, controversy 2022-01-15T05:00:00Z Stephen Sondheim had a habit of firing off letters to the editor when the book writers of his shows were given short shrift in the media. How Stephen Sondheim changed theater forever — one musical masterpiece at a time 2021-11-26T05:00:00Z “Not being hesitant, firing off the ball, and trusting the guy next to him.” Line up: Notre Dame’s o-line goes from villian to strength 2021-11-10T05:00:00Z After all, who hasn’t mangled grammar in firing off a social media post in a fit of pique? Missing Apostrophe in Facebook Post Lands a Man in Defamation Court 2021-10-11T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump, meanwhile, appears to be relishing the prospect of a showdown with the committee, firing off statements Wednesday attacking the effort. Trump allies face Jan. 6 committee subpoena deadline 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z I’ve been firing off magazine after magazine in my backyard and a nearby park, and I’ve never seen quite so much foam dust settle in my barrel. The Dart Zone Pro MK-3 might be the best foam blaster Nerf never made 2021-09-29T04:00:00Z The suspect then introduced a 9 mm semi-automatic handgun, firing off rounds. PA baby shower argument over gifts prompts dad-to-be to open fire, injuring 3 people, police say 2021-09-20T04:00:00Z For years, Li Guangman, a retired Chinese newspaper editor, wrote in obscurity, firing off attack after attack at chic celebrities and celebrated tycoons whom he accused of betraying the sturdy socialist values of Mao. Incendiary Essay Ignites Guessing Over Xi’s Plans for China 2021-09-09T04:00:00Z Mr. Cordero, who is disabled, had been firing off housing applications with no reply. ‘Grandfamily’ Housing Caters to Older Americans Raising Children 2021-08-19T04:00:00Z "Such courage here, firing off an out of context and remarkably out of touch tweet from the safety of one's summer recess," he tweeted, calling the senator's comment "embarrassing." CNN blasts “Cancun” Ted Cruz for mocking reporter on the ground in Kabul: “That’s called bravery” 2021-08-17T04:00:00Z Watson saw a flash and immediately wrenched his plane to the right, firing off flares meant to distract heat-seeking missiles. U.S. says humans will always be in control of AI weapons. But the age of autonomous war is already here. 2021-07-08T04:00:00Z Battles involve constantly switching between weapons and firing off all kinds of strange bombs and bullets, and yet I didn’t experience a single hiccup or stutter while playing. Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is next-gen Uncharted by way of Pixar 2021-06-08T04:00:00Z A few possessions later, a wide-open Westbrook tied it on his own three — firing off the shot after patiently taking his time. Beal returns as Wizards storm back to grab eighth seed against Hornets 2021-05-16T04:00:00Z She vented her frustration by firing off what would become an infamous eight-word message. Opinion | Why we all should want the suspended cheerleader to win her Supreme Court case 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z That’s when, neighbors say, the sheriff’s deputies started shooting at Brown, firing off six to eight shots. After police kill a Black man in North Carolina, a community calls for authorities to release the body-cam footage 2021-04-23T04:00:00Z It was Patrick Purdy firing off rounds from a semiautomatic rifle. Column: A deranged white man aiming his bullets at Asians: The urgent lesson of 1989 Stockton massacre 2021-03-20T04:00:00Z Bukele presented a fresh image, appearing in leather jackets and firing off sharp tweets about his accomplishments. El Salvador’s leader wins control of legislature in midterm vote; critics fear rising authoritarianism 2021-02-28T05:00:00Z Yet Hayes is now putting his criminal justice degree to work, by recently firing off a series of jailhouse pleadings. Murders, a breakthrough: DNA led to serial killings suspect 2021-02-06T05:00:00Z According to the Portland Police Bureau, the crowd began firing off rock-like projectiles at federal officers around 11:30 p.m. 1 arrested, police disperse corwd at Portland ICe facility 2021-01-28T05:00:00Z Police were criticized for firing off pepper balls at close range and hitting people, although they later defended their actions by saying they only did so because a protester set off a firework. Protests, riots that gripped America in 2020 2020-12-29T05:00:00Z Rob Butkowski of Hammonton said he’s been firing off the sonically loud cone-shaped contraption — which blasts shock waves up to the sky — to break up cloud formations and scare away birds that nibble his grapes. Mystery of booming sound in New Jersey apparently solved 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z Beau McConlin turned and dragged her behind him, out of the field and back down the road toward the white men whooping and firing off rounds into the night. On a Summer Night in Selma, an Eerie Carnival Comes to Town 2020-11-11T05:00:00Z The Trump campaign has relentlessly flooded supporters with appeals for donations to pay for the legal effort, reportedly firing off more than a dozen emails on Sunday alone. Fine print on Trump legal challenge fundraising emails says money will be used to pay campaign debt 2020-11-10T05:00:00Z President Trump continues to question the projected victory of Democrat Joe Biden, firing off more tweets on Monday on the legal challenges he is backing. Trump post-election adviser Bossie 'positive for Covid' 2020-11-09T05:00:00Z Her determination to be back in a job meant trying to spend as much time as possible applying for jobs and firing off letters to employers. Payment holidays: 'I can't afford to be out of work' 2020-10-21T04:00:00Z "In another video, the defendant is clearly seen at that same location. The defendant is seen walking in the same area, holding his right arm upwards, and firing off one shot from his handgun." Man who fired shots before Kyle Rittenhouse in Kenosha charged 2020-10-14T04:00:00Z It feels like a furnace inside those tents, the sun beating down on them all day and then the pavement firing off blasts of heat long after nightfall. Elderly and Homeless: America’s Next Housing Crisis 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z American politicians began firing off fiery missives against Disney. Why Calls to Boycott ‘Mulan’ Over Concerns About China Are Growing 2020-09-08T04:00:00Z There, dozens of police officers in riot gear cleared the plaza, firing off flash bangs and chemical spray. Five arrested after protesters march through D.C., start small fires and engage in tense standoff with police 2020-08-29T04:00:00Z Taylor, who was not listed on the search warrant, was shot eight times by an officer firing off over 20 rounds. Breonna Taylor's ex-boyfriend says she had no connection to illegal drugs 2020-08-29T04:00:00Z But under looming deadlines, when reporters and editors delayed in finishing stories, Ms. Ferguson-Rohrer was known for firing off intra-office missives that were caustic and sometimes profane, with a certain mafioso persuasiveness. Anne Ferguson-Rohrer, Washington Post editor and ‘traffic cop’ of news flow, dies at 58 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Now, many of the same Democrats who took Facebook to task at an antitrust hearing last week are firing off at the social media giant as the manipulated video's views climb above 2 million. Analysis | The Technology 202: Privacy advocates battle each other over whether California's Proposition 24 better protects consumers 2020-08-04T04:00:00Z He’ll revert back to his previous rhetoric in comments to a reporter or by firing off tweets. Trump admits virus getting worse, press pans him anyway 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z “This isn't the behavior of a news anchor. This is the behavior of a juvenile pundit firing off grievances with generalizations against people they don't like,” Houck wrote to caption video of the clip. CNN's Jim Acosta, Anderson Cooper called out for partisan commentary after Trump's Rose Garden remarks: 'Sad resistance performance art' 2020-07-15T04:00:00Z Taylor, a 26-year-old EMT, was shot eight times as officers burst into her home on Springfield Drive, firing off over 20 rounds, as they were conducting a narcotics investigation on March 13. Breonna Taylor wrongful death lawsuit amended to allege links to Louisville gentrification plan 2020-07-11T04:00:00Z During the pandemic, bored folks are apparently firing off fireworks because there’s little else to do, and they care little about the pesky legalities of their actions. Editorial Roundup: Pennsylvania 2020-07-01T04:00:00Z The officer shot Hernandez after firing off two warning shots, the statement said, adding that he acted in self defense and without the intent of killing him. Cuba prevents protest over police killing of Black man 2020-06-30T04:00:00Z Mr. Ford said that those who were firing off the explosives made it impossible for him to walk his dogs at night. New Woe for a Jittery N.Y.C.: Illegal Fireworks Going Off All Night 2020-06-19T04:00:00Z A diva who enjoys dishing the dirt, she can be just as attention-grabbing when firing off answers to the press. Patti LuPone braces for theater's long closure: 'I was made tough by this business' 2020-06-19T04:00:00Z Donald Trump spent Sunday firing off messages such as “STRENGTH!” and “LAW & ORDER!” but otherwise made little public comment on the unfolding national crisis. First Thing: with America ablaze, Trump retreated to the bunker 2020-06-01T04:00:00Z A cameraman for the station subsequently captured a uniformed law enforcement official firing off several more rounds squarely in the direction of the local news team. Louisville news crew shot with pepper balls fired by police while reporting live from protest 2020-05-30T04:00:00Z “I would say Bristol would probably be more of the nerve-wracking ones of firing off with no practice,” DiBenedetto said as he compared it to the longer tracks. Matt DiBenedetto says memories of Bristol NASCAR Cup loss are still 'painful' 2020-05-29T04:00:00Z She recalls late nights when she stayed up till 4 a.m., firing off countless emails to apply for entry-level positions that paid minimum wage, but that somehow still required two to three years of experience. As the class of 2020 graduates into the coronavirus pandemic, Seattle millennials share how they rebounded from the Great Recession 2020-05-28T04:00:00Z Bowen responded on Feb. 16, by firing off a terse email to FDA and HHS officials. In the early days of the pandemic, the U.S. government turned down an offer to manufacture millions of N95 masks in America 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z And so in the car, in the bathroom stall at work, and at home lying in bed, she was online, tweeting, firing off pleading emails to anyone who might be able to help. The day the pirates came 2020-05-09T04:00:00Z Now 86, Nader is a consumer advocate who still follows politics closely, firing off columns and newsletters. 'Are you a spoiler?': why critics fear Amash's Libertarian bid may ensure a Trump win 2020-05-03T04:00:00Z Dan steps in later for the after-school Lego club while I’m firing off invoices. Our eureka moment: what I learned from swapping breadwinning roles with my husband 2020-02-22T05:00:00Z Blankfein, who supported former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election, responded to the news by firing off his first tweet in months. CEO who ran Goldman Sachs during financial crisis warns Bernie Sanders will “ruin" economy 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z President Trump attacked Sen. Joe Manchin for denying him a Democratic vote for acquittal during his recent impeachment trial, firing off a tweet Sunday that appeared to question the West Virginian’s reading comprehension. Trump rails against West Virginia Sen. Joe ‘Munchkin’ 2020-02-09T05:00:00Z Trump was outraged, and responded by firing off a series of less than flattering tweets. UK appoints new US diplomat before big year for trade talks 2020-02-07T05:00:00Z Trump was outraged, and responded by firing off a series of less than flattering tweets. UK appoints new US diplomat before big year for trade talks 2020-02-07T05:00:00Z Trump was outraged and responded by firing off a series of less than flattering tweets. Karen Pierce named Britain's first-ever female ambassador to US 2020-02-07T05:00:00Z To open the door to understanding, tell a good story and link your research to shared values, rather than firing off facts. Daily briefing: Highest-resolution images ever taken of the Sun show roiling plasma 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z The president vented his spleen about the process on Twitter, firing off so many posts that he set a record for any single day in his presidency. In Impeachment Case, Schiff Accuses Trump of Trying ‘to Cheat’ in Election 2020-01-22T05:00:00Z In Cleveland, a man who news reports said was firing off rounds to celebrate the new year accidentally killed his girlfriend. In a Deadly Start to 2020, Gunfire Erupts Across America 2020-01-01T05:00:00Z After a hiatus, North Korea has returned to regular testing of ballistic missiles, firing off more than a dozen rounds of short-range missiles this year. Trump's North Korea gamble leaves U.S. back at square one. Where'd it go wrong? 2019-12-27T05:00:00Z Two weeks later, however, Trump was trying to rein Turkey back, firing off one of the stranger presidential missives in history in which he implored Erdoğan: “Don’t be a tough guy. Don’t be a fool.” 2019: the year US foreign policy fell apart 2019-12-27T05:00:00Z “And continuing the Trump-Fox feedback loop, he maintained his habit of firing off hyperaggressive tweets in response to what he saw on those networks, sending 613 such live tweets this year through December 17.” Trump has live-tweeted Fox programming 600+ times in 2019: Report 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z Nor has that been a priority for White House aides, who have been firing off rapid response emails about procedural unfairness but have done little to engage on the substance of the charges. Trump, allies aim to delegitimize impeachment from the start 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z North Korea has also been firing off short-range missile tests. Trump doesn’t think Kim Jong Un will rain on his 2020 parade 2019-12-07T05:00:00Z He may find that a difficult claim to make at his re-election rallies if Pyongyang is firing off missiles capable of hitting Los Angeles. Kim Jong-un mulls 'Christmas gift' decision 2019-12-04T05:00:00Z As news spread of Backcountry.com’s two-year campaign — including firing off cease-and-desist letters, contesting existing trademarks and even filing federal lawsuits — thousands of the company’s customers galvanized in opposition. Opinion | As Backcountry.com discovered, outdoor-recreation fans are joining together 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z However, that didn’t stop the country music superstar from firing off a witty response to a hater on Twitter who sent a rude remark in her direction on Sunday. Kacey Musgraves fires back at Twitter troll who says her ‘personality seems sh--ty’ 2019-11-26T05:00:00Z After firing off a quick e-mail to a big conservative donor they knew who disliked Trump, they were hired. The Inside Story of Christopher Steele’s Trump Dossier 2019-11-26T05:00:00Z That means that not only was the server not cleaned, but Syniverse then erred in firing off the messages, since their months-old date should have told the server to destroy them. How one company you’ve never heard of swallowed tens of thousands of text messages — then spit them back out 2019-11-21T05:00:00Z “I feel like Alfonso is in the breadth of his career, firing off on all cylinders,” Bradford said. LACMA gala celebrating Betye Saar and Alfonso Cuarón raises more than $4.6 million 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z North Korea has conducted its 12 weapons test this year, firing off a pair of short-range projectiles which traveled 230 miles into the East Sea, according to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff. Anonymous sources become broadcast stars 2019-10-31T04:00:00Z Houston teed off for 27 three-point attempts before halftime — a number it would match in the second half — while the Wizards launched 13 on their way to firing off a total of 36. In a fast-paced shootout, the Wizards come up one play short against the Rockets 2019-10-30T04:00:00Z Nationals fans were firing off profane tweets at the network for disrespecting their team in such a manner. Fox played the wrong 'Baby Shark,' and Nationals fans aren't pleased 2019-10-24T04:00:00Z Just minutes after Trump’s tweet offering condolences to Cummings’s family and friends, the president began firing off a new series ranting about a “witch hunt.” Opinion | The fleeting moment of decency in Washington over Elijah Cummings 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z Trump had just finished firing off tweets claiming complete vindication from former special counsel Robert Mueller’s congressional testimony the day before about the Russia investigation. Anatomy of the phone call now imperiling Trump’s presidency 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z The Emmy-nominated host and author slightly pulled back on the reigns after firing off at the disruptor and admitted that she “was being overdramatic” before once again asking her audience to silence their devices. Wendy Williams snaps at audience member whose phone rang during show: ‘Get out!’ 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z Everyone else is firing off messages quickly on their touchscreen keyboards, but you’re struggling to get your first message sent. Nokia 2720 Flip review: proof you can’t opt out of the smartphone generation 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z Later Tuesday, she pressed the issue, firing off a five-tweet thread that began: “Let’s talk a bit about my plan to #BreakUpBigTech and why it’s got Mark Zuckerberg so worked up.” Zuckerberg Hates Warren’s Plan to Break Up Facebook. She Doesn’t Care. 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z Trump could start firing off missiles at any moment. Trump’s week of dithering over Iran makes America look weak and foolish 2019-09-21T04:00:00Z Schiff responded with almost immediate indignation, firing off a letter demanding a copy of the complaint and warning that he was prepared to subpoena senior U.S. intelligence officials. Trump’s communications with foreign leader are part of a whistleblower complaint that spurred standoff 2019-09-18T04:00:00Z The match began with routine holds but quickly pivoted in favor of the holders, who played a clean match with just 11 unforced errors while firing off 23 winners. Murray, Mattek-Sands retain U.S. Open mixed doubles crown 2019-09-07T04:00:00Z Ms. Abrams flexed her popularity for the Democratic National Committee last week, firing off a fundraising plea warning that GOP plots are rigging elections nationwide. Stacey Abrams passes on 2020 run, turns focus to voter access with Fair Fight 2019-09-02T04:00:00Z The 23-year-old Australian, who reached the fourth round here last year, appeared to be back on form by the third set, getting in nearly two-thirds of her first serves and firing off 12 winners. Barty survives first-round fright at U.S. Open 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z The store clerk grabbed a handgun and chased him, firing off a few shots into the dark night, on March 29, the authorities said. Clerk Convicted of Murder for Shooting Memphis Teenager Who Stole ‘$2 Beer’ 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z Before the hearing started, Trump was firing off his own complaints about Mueller. Mueller says Trump was never exonerated, warns of future Russian meddling 2019-07-24T04:00:00Z Since that's unlikely, we can expect that unless his staff keeps him too busy to pay attention to Wednesday's hearing, he'll start firing off defensive tweets stuffed with false accusations. Robert Mueller's testimony is deadly serious — so the GOP will turn it into a joke 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z Quarterbacks firing off passes with no one rushing would be first ones to compliment their linemen. Mission Viejo passing tournament shares stage with linemen competition 2019-07-13T04:00:00Z Jake Becchina says that firing off a gun in city limits is “irresponsible” and that people shouldn’t “be subject to experiencing gunfire around their home.” Parents of slain girl help warn against celebratory gunfire 2019-07-02T04:00:00Z "Now, do any of you remember Nancy Pelosi firing off angry tweets in demanding a change in Obama policy or criticizing these allegedly inhumane conditions?" Laura Ingraham: Media, Democrats, and Pelosi 'misleading' on illegal immigration 2019-06-25T04:00:00Z “He’s not just like firing off a killer tweet,” Berlant said. John Early, that comedian you see everywhere but still don't really know 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z The president is again putting major pressure on an independent media organization and firing off a warning salvo against its parent company. President Trump says boycott of AT&T would force "big changes" at CNN 2019-06-03T04:00:00Z The announcement coincided with the release of a dramatic bodycam video of the fatal police pursuit, showing the 26-year-old officer firing off numerous rounds into the car Griffin was driving. New Jersey police officer could get life sentence after driver gunned down during high-speed chase 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z His administration is promoting a change of government in Venezuela, Trump’s friend Kim Jong Un is firing off missiles in North Korea, and tensions are growing between the U.S. and Iran. Packing his bags: Trump plans jet-setting summer of travel 2019-05-20T04:00:00Z I was cycling so much that there must have been so many endorphins firing off at all times. ‘Lucy saved me like no human did’ 2019-04-09T04:00:00Z When they are stimulated Gaba receptors calm the brain, by firing off fewer neurons. An innocent drink: could ‘alcosynth’ provide all the joy of booze – without the dangers? 2019-03-26T04:00:00Z To scare off future attackers, Mr. Lopp quickly posted a video on Twitter of himself firing off his AR-15 rifle. How a Bitcoin Evangelist Made Himself Vanish, in 15 (Not So Easy) Steps 2019-03-12T04:00:00Z Plug it into an Instagram search bar and you will meet an endless parade of mini-Mats, firing off rounds at desert gun ranges and taking pictures of their Glocks next to pieces of bacon. Meet the heavily armed millennials of Instagram 2019-03-04T05:00:00Z House Democrats opened a huge new avenue Monday in their investigations into Trump, with the chairman of the Judiciary Committee firing off document requests to dozens of figures from the president's administration, family and business. Rep. Doug Collins tells Jerry Nadler to 'come back to reality' after massive Trump document request 2019-03-04T05:00:00Z But behind the scenes, Ms. Klobuchar of Minnesota sprang into damage control mode, firing off an email to Mrs. Clinton. Hillary Clinton Is Not a Candidate. She Looms Over 2020 Anyway. 2019-02-26T05:00:00Z When Gray finally lifted his left hand, the video shows Gray holding onto a silver pistol with his right hand, pointing it at deputies and firing off a round. Florida man who filmed Instagram Live shooting fired at deputies first, police say 2019-02-18T05:00:00Z But the FAA argues the need is urgent enough that it’s firing off the rule just 10 days after publication. The US government is about to put a dog tag on your drone 2019-02-12T05:00:00Z Nantes, who did not even wait for Sala’s body to be identified before firing off their invoice. Money squabbles before Emiliano Sala is even buried show game’s hard face | Daniel Taylor 2019-02-09T05:00:00Z But Schiff stressed Wednesday that while Democrats wanted to accommodate GOP requests, they would not begin firing off subpoenas before potential witnesses were given a chance to appear voluntarily. New Trump-Russia probe will focus on reports of money laundering, ‘financial compromise,’ Schiff says 2019-02-06T05:00:00Z The commercial stirred controversy, with the National Corn Growers Association firing off an angry tweet in response. Bud Light, robots, AI dominate attention during Super Bowl 2019-02-03T05:00:00Z The president tried to fight back in characteristic style, by firing off half a dozen intemperate tweets. Trump tweets his fury after bombshell report adds drama to Russia inquiry 2019-01-12T05:00:00Z After firing off a joking tweet about you winning the Grand Slam, I was challenged to that major bet by someone on Twitter and wound up getting baited into it. Golf’s controversial new rule, a pair of tour pro marriage proposals, and a petition you need to sign now - Golf Digest 2019-01-08T05:00:00Z Trump spent the weekend saying Democrats should return to Washington to negotiate, firing off Twitter taunts. Hill leaders to attend White House briefing on border 2019-01-01T05:00:00Z Trump spent the weekend saying that Democrats should return to Washington to negotiate, firing off Twitter taunts. House Democrats have plan to fund government, but not a wall 2019-01-01T05:00:00Z The president has responded by firing off angry tweets at Democrats, who refuse to provide more than $1.3 billion for border security, rather than seeking to negotiate a solution. Outgoing White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly defends his rocky tenure 2018-12-30T05:00:00Z Trump is firing off Twitter taunts, after canceling his planned Florida vacation over the impasse. The Latest: Trump tweets he’s waiting for Dems to make deal 2018-12-29T05:00:00Z It also led to Kizzire firing off this fantastic old photo of the two: Ian Poulter trolls Team USA, Beef gets engaged, Dan Marino's trick shots & an incredible stolen golf clubs saga - Golf Digest 2018-12-11T05:00:00Z Look at all the studies that show the ventral striatum firing off dopamine like a Roman candle the moment someone gives to charity. Perspective | On #GivingTuesday, here’s how to feel great about yourself 2018-11-26T05:00:00Z The music that begins and ends the show, some kind of Celtic-sounding folk, should have Beckett’s estate firing off a threatening letter. Review: In a Geffen Playhouse double bill, actor Brian Dennehy soars in O'Neill, survives in Beckett 2018-11-16T05:00:00Z And Georgia's Twitter handle didn't miss this opportunity, firing off this response: Georgia's golf program just owned Georgia Tech's golf program (On Twitter) - Golf Digest 2018-11-15T05:00:00Z This film about Broadway opens with auditions, where the dance captain is a drill sergeant and the chorines are uber-disciplined grunts firing off a battery of moves. The 31 best dance scenes in movies 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z Expect Democrats to use House committees to ramp up scrutiny of President Trump and his administration, summoning officials to Capitol Hill and firing off subpoenas for documents — possibly including Trump’s tax returns. 7 takeaways from the 2018 midterm election - Los Angeles Times 2018-11-07T05:00:00Z Other times they’re more abstract approximations, resembling elegant Grecian statues or firing off like frenetic neurons. Review: Danielle Agami's 'Old/News' blends fresh and familiar at Temple Israel of Hollywood - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-21T04:00:00Z "Whenever Kim Jong-un does something like firing off a missile or calling Trump a 'dotard', then my phone goes with a job," Howard says. 'We're the Kim Jong-un Impersonators Union' 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z So I began firing off a different answer based on how I was feeling at that exact moment. Opinion | Advice I Never Wanted to Give 2018-08-18T04:00:00Z He communicates constantly with his team by email, sometimes firing off requests late at night or when executives are on vacation, according to people familiar with the matter. Goldman Banker Takes on World’s Largest Gold Miner—and Gets Pushback 2018-08-06T04:00:00Z “We are an office that enforces university standards. We can’t be firing off,” said Thomas Dunne, deputy dean of undergraduate students. The iGen Shift: Colleges Are Changing to Reach the Next Generation 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump also has been firing off tweets to his 53 million followers at a more rapid pace, averaging 11 per day in the past month. Donald Trump, A.G. Sulzberger escalate news media battle 2018-07-29T04:00:00Z Kay Ivey, seeking a full term as governor of Alabama, ran an ad that featured men at a shooting range ticking off her accomplishments, then cut to her firing off a gun. Forget Suits. Show the Tattoo. Female Candidates Are Breaking the Rules. 2018-07-14T04:00:00Z The Battle of Yorktown: Impress your friends by firing off a buffet of awesomeness named for a crucial historical battle you only know because of “Hamilton.” The best-named fireworks of 2018 and what the hell they do - Golf Digest 2018-07-03T04:00:00Z Marching into your boss’ office and telling them off, or firing off that angry email? Why so many regular golfers loved Phil Mickelson's U.S. Open 'rake-gate' - Golf Digest 2018-06-21T04:00:00Z The president departed a summit of the G7 major industrialised democracies in Quebec the same way he arrived, firing off threats of a trade war. 'My touch, my feel': Trump shows his contempt for G7 allies 2018-06-09T04:00:00Z Trump spent Thursday morning firing off a dozen unrelated tweets — on the Russia investigation and other subjects — before meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to talk about summit preparations and strategy. Trump plays down need for preparation for Kim summit 2018-06-07T04:00:00Z Trump spent Thursday morning firing off a dozen unrelated tweets - on the Russia investigation and other subjects - before meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to talk about summit preparations and strategy. Trump plays down need for preparation for Kim summit 2018-06-08T04:00:00Z Siri is good at certain basics like setting an alarm or firing off a quick text. Alexa, What’s Wrong With Siri? 2018-06-05T04:00:00Z Trump, meanwhile, spent the Memorial Day weekend firing off angry tweets about the investigation into Russian efforts to influence the 2016 election, as Bierman wrote. Trump's North Korea summit comes together, even as relations with U.S. allies fall apart 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z He started fighting from a distance, firing off crisp left hands while mixing in flurries. Gary Russell Jr. thrills, beats Joseph Diaz in unanimous decision 2018-05-20T04:00:00Z It was not that long ago that the North Korean regime was firing off ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan and cruelly killing American college student Otto Warmbier. Trump’s success with North Korea provides road map for Iran 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z It’s designed to patrol the oceans and to detect and attack threats including hostile submarines capable of firing off nuclear missiles. Boeing’s P-8 is the 737 with missiles, sonar and a specialty in hunting submarines 2018-05-02T04:00:00Z Midway through the Eagles’ practice, Smesko hollered, “Who’s ready and who’s not?” before his players began firing off 3 after 3 to perfect the signature part of their game. Stanford’s VanDerveer had a moment of doubt on NCAA chances 2018-03-16T04:00:00Z Users are able to comment on individual items in the feed, giving hopeful swipers an easier way of firing off a first message. Tinder’s new chronological Feed of recent match activity is rolling out to all users 2018-03-14T04:00:00Z Rather than firing off a flurry of angry messages as on other recent weekend mornings, the president tweeted only, “Happy National Anthem Day!” ‘Pure madness’: Dark days inside the White House as Trump shocks and rages 2018-03-03T05:00:00Z This week, however, he was back at it, firing off an angry tweet Wednesday in which he referred to the Justice Department as "disgraceful." Trump takes six positions on gun control: Why that matters 2018-03-02T05:00:00Z He ran into frame as it started firing off a series of shots. That time I ruined my boyfriend's marriage proposal 2018-02-15T05:00:00Z Instead, as protesters marked their own anniversary of the first anti-Trump demonstrations outside the White House and in other major cities, the president stayed in Washington, firing off angry tweets. US government shutdown: anniversary of Trump inauguration marred by chaos 2018-01-20T05:00:00Z Already this month, they've twice seen Trump nearly torpedo bills they supported by firing off tweets after critical commentaries on Fox News. Polarized parties plus inconsistent president equals a looming shutdown – LA Times 2018-01-19T05:00:00Z The perilous day on Capitol Hill began with the president firing off a Twitter message that undermined his party’s strategy to keep the government open. House Passes Short-Term Spending Bill, Setting Up Shutdown Battle in Senate 2018-01-18T05:00:00Z But by the time he left, after firing off dispatches, his phone was flashing red. 55 minutes at the table: Trump tries to negotiate and prove stability 2018-01-09T05:00:00Z Democracy for America, a leading liberal pressure group founded by former Democratic Party Chairman Howard Dean, even began fundraising off Ms. Winfrey on Monday, firing off an email plea titled “Oprah for president?” Oprah Winfrey’s possible 2020 white house run excites democrats 2018-01-08T05:00:00Z Whatever way, these parties talking to each other is better than the North firing off ballistic missiles and the South and the United States flying bombers and sailing expensive naval vessels around the divided peninsula. Editorials from around Pennsylvania 2018-01-03T05:00:00Z But the next day, his Twitter account began firing off picks in rapid succession. Security guru McAfee says he was hacked 2017-12-28T05:00:00Z If you’re thinking about firing off a friendly hello to an ex, do so cautiously. Analysis | Did your ex send a ‘happy holidays’ text? Welcome to relationship nostalgia season. 2017-12-14T05:00:00Z There were dozens of period-appropriate trinkets — Tiny Tina baby carriages, Silly Putty, Bazooka Joe — and the women had to place them into each bag in a precise order, all while firing off rapid, breathless dialogue. Rachel Brosnahan’s Comic Timing 2017-11-28T05:00:00Z Mulvaney showed up at the agency’s Washington headquarters early in the morning bearing a bag of doughnuts and then firing off an email ordering the staff to disregard any orders from English. Dueling officials spend chaotic day vying to lead federal consumer watchdog 2017-11-27T05:00:00Z But I couldn’t resist going, and now I can’t resist firing off a quick report. Do Fish Suffer? 2017-11-24T05:00:00Z If you spend all day firing off emails – to your husband one moment and your boss the next – it can be easy to let the registers blur. Don’t press send … The new rules for good writing in the 21st century 2017-10-07T04:00:00Z Investigators believe he had been firing off and on for nine to 11 minutes, McMahill said. From ‘shots fired’ to all clear: 72 minutes of terror in Las Vegas 2017-10-03T04:00:00Z “I think everyone would like for it to calm down. Obviously it would help if North Korea would stop firing off missiles. That’d calm things down a lot.” Trump says Rex Tillerson 'wasting his time' with North Korea negotiations 2017-10-01T04:00:00Z “Obviously, it would help if North Korea would stop firing off missiles. That would calm things down a lot.” Tillerson: U.S. is in direct contact with North Korea, is ‘probing’ talks 2017-09-30T04:00:00Z "Obviously it would help if North Korea would stop firing off missiles. That would calm things down a lot," Tillerson said. Rex Tillerson: U.S. Has Direct 'Lines of Communication' With North Korea 2017-09-30T04:00:00Z “I think everyone would like for it to calm down. “Obviously it would help if North Korea would stop firing off missiles. Rex Tillerson: US has direct lines of communication with North Korea 2017-09-30T04:00:00Z Maybe on a Monday morning, between firing off volleys of tweets about the content of a morning show he was not watching, instead of on a Friday night. Opinion | How about never pardoning Joe Arpaio? Is never good for you? 2017-09-01T04:00:00Z As Hurricane Harvey menaced eastern Texas on Friday, blowing saturation politics coverage off cable news channels, President Trump, known for live-tweeting news events, waited until midday before firing off a message to inspire public confidence. Trump’s focus on Hurricane Harvey intensifies as monster storm approaches Texas 2017-08-25T04:00:00Z Despite telling my team that I didn’t want to be disturbed and I wouldn’t be replying to emails, I found myself firing off replies to everything in my inbox. Out of office: a guide to taking a holiday from your smartphone 2017-08-17T04:00:00Z He is still firing off bombastic tweets, like one on Thursday blaming the Republican-controlled Congress for what he called an all-time low in relations with Russia because it piled on more sanctions. With military discipline imposed, Trump getting more time for decisions 2017-08-04T04:00:00Z But to prevent the president from firing off unfiltered and unvetted statements in 140 characters or less would require “a sea change”. Trump 'obstructed justice' with alleged role in Russia statement, says ex-White House lawyer 2017-08-01T04:00:00Z Chances are, the amount of thought you put into firing off an email is minimal at best. This Is the ONLY Way You Should Sign Your Emails 2017-08-01T04:00:00Z We can't condone firing off fireworks inside of buildings but, here, the results look fantastic. 5 Creative Ways to Photograph Fireworks 2017-06-30T04:00:00Z This prevents fireworks from firing off horizontally, becoming missiles that bounce along the ground and potentially hit spectators. America's Rights to Bear Fireworks Are Growing 2017-06-30T04:00:00Z He is still firing off bombastic tweets, like one on Thursday blaming the Republican-controlled Congress for what he called an all-time low in relations with Russia because it piled on more sanctions. With military discipline imposed, Trump getting more time for decisions 2017-08-04T04:00:00Z White House aides and Republican lawmakers have frequently despaired over the president’s fondness for firing off policy statements on Twitter and other social media platforms. Trump, Amazon and ‘Internet Taxes’: What Did He Mean? 2017-06-28T04:00:00Z Armed with two firearms, he entered the field firing off at least 50 shots before two heroes from House Majority Whip Steve Scalise’s security detail shot the attempted assassin dead. Liberals ignore violence against conservatives 2017-06-28T04:00:00Z As soon as news of the merger broke, the internet got down to firing off the jokes. Internet Goes Full Joke Machine for Amazon Buying Whole Foods 2017-06-16T04:00:00Z He kept his hand on the shutter, firing off three clicks. Longtime Los Angeles Times photojournalist Gary Friedman dies at 62 2017-06-15T04:00:00Z He went on a run from inside his own half, before firing off an unstoppable shot from the edge of the area. How Juventus claimed its 6th straight Serie A title 2017-05-21T04:00:00Z Craig says the man ran into the street where he was slightly struck by a vehicle before firing off about three shots from a handgun at the officers. Man shot, wounded during confrontation with Detroit police 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z Perriello talked about health care as if he just stepped out of a time machine from a 2009 congressional committee meeting, firing off statistics and policy details. Obamacare cost him a seat in Congress. Can it make him Governor of Virginia? 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z The kaiser was a tweeter before his time, firing off letters, telegrams and orders without pausing to wonder about contradictions or policy or even common sense. Opinion | Germany used to have a leader like Trump. It’s not who you think. 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z Our current commander in chief prefers watching hours of Fox News and firing off a few missiles in Syria when his favorite anchors report plunging approval ratings. Paul Krugman: Trump’s recent attack had nothing to do with avenging Syrian children 2017-04-11T04:00:00Z In the modern Presidency, firing off missiles has become a rite of passage. Trump’s Confusing Strike on Syria 2017-04-08T04:00:00Z “He will probably live to … regret firing off such an egregious insult to Britain and then failing to apologize for it,” she said. British furious over claim U.K. eavesdropped on Trump for Obama 2017-03-17T04:00:00Z Early Saturday, he surprised his staff by firing off four tweets accusing Obama of a “Nixon/Watergate” plot to tap his Trump Tower phones in the run-up to last fall’s election. Inside Trump’s fury: The president rages at leaks, setbacks and accusations 2017-03-05T05:00:00Z He said it often felt like Trump and his staff were impulsively firing off executive orders instead of really thinking things through. These Iowans voted for Trump. Many of them are already disappointed. 2017-02-26T05:00:00Z Trump hit out at the car industry last week like a drive-by shooter, firing off a series of angry tweets about their outsourcing of US jobs. Auto industry's Trump fear: 'Everyone dreads being subject of a tweet' 2017-01-07T05:00:00Z But earlier, as Trump was firing off tweets, McCarthy reflected on the discord that had engulfed Congress’s first day. A day of chaos at the Capitol as House Republicans back down on ethics changes 2017-01-03T05:00:00Z That means that when the future president is firing off tweets in the wee hours, as is his wont, his chief of staff will probably be up and seeing them. Priebus faces daunting task bringing order to White House that will feed off chaos 2017-01-01T05:00:00Z That essentially forces offensively linemen to play defensively against attacking pass rushers rather than firing off the line of scrimmage and inflicting physical punishment on defensive players. Saints seek rushing resurgence against Buccaneers 2016-12-07T05:00:00Z Mrs. Pelosi likewise vowed to fight, firing off a letter to fellow House Democrats saying she’s ready for an eighth term as their leader. Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren join leadership as Democrats ignore vote, veer left 2016-11-16T05:00:00Z Then, on fourth and 17, with 11 seconds left on the clock, Smith came through again, firing off the ball and drilling Bradford for a 14-yard loss. Preston Smith finally has the breakout game the Redskins have been pleading for 2016-11-13T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, Mr. Trump damaged himself with his online presence, firing off retweets of white supremacists or using his 13-million-strong Twitter account to attack his enemies. Ballot selfies take center stage as digital evolution remodels voting, campaign styles 2016-11-07T05:00:00Z No one really imagines Donald Trump applying himself to the disciplines of the presidency, staying up late reading reams of legislation, instead of firing off juvenile tweets. End this misogynistic horror show. Put Hillary Clinton in the White House | Barbara Kingsolver 2016-11-06T04:00:00Z It was really tough to keep a straight face with him just firing off super funny comments left and right. Michael Phelps Explains His Unexpected New Career Move 2016-10-25T04:00:00Z It scraped the department’s website for new case numbers, then automatically requested the corresponding police reports, firing off emails 10 times a day. Should We See Everything a Cop Sees? 2016-10-18T04:00:00Z Knight displayed video showing a group of militants firing off weapons as in a military drill during the occupation. Prosecutors in trial of Oregon militants describe armed 'fortress' 2016-10-18T04:00:00Z GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump kicked off Tuesday by firing off a message directed at House Speaker Paul Ryan, blaming the Republican leader for zapping some of his momentum and labeling him a weak leader. Donald Trump rips Paul Ryan over decision not to defend him 2016-10-11T04:00:00Z Kohl interviewed her personally, firing off math problems to her and three other applicants to learn who could answer the problem most quickly. Like father, like daughter: Leaving a business that carries on after an owner is gone 2016-10-01T04:00:00Z When the officer arrived the man was firing off rounds near the Petworth Metro station. Armed man shot by D.C. Metropolitan policer in Petworth neighborhood 2016-09-07T04:00:00Z “Dear Chairman” then takes the story all the way up to the present, with the activist hedge-fund investor Daniel Loeb firing off a series of letters to public-company chairmen. The Literary Fiction of Investor Letters 2016-08-29T04:00:00Z A healthy brain will convert that conversation from short-term memory to long-term memory by firing off a set of electrical signals. Putting a computer in your brain is no longer science fiction 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z Elmaraghy remembers the mother firing off frantic questions about the condition of the jewel - but none about her daughter. Doctors keep collection of strange items swallowed by kids 2016-08-12T04:00:00Z "Instead of writing a big cheque he is firing off lawyers letters. He needs to stop messing around and write a big cheque". BHS: Philip Green demands 'immediate apology' from Frank Field - BBC News 2016-07-25T04:00:00Z Assessing just how widespread ammunition misuse is and how far the sale of cases involves deliberately or wastefully firing off ammunition rather than collecting spent cartridges from normal operations remains difficult. Waste fears as Afghan soldiers cash in on spent ammo 2016-07-20T04:00:00Z Many politicians’ Twitter accounts are run by staffers firing off links or quotes from speeches, and there’s a special denotation when it’s a tweet by the politician him or herself. Donald Trump's Tweets Are Getting More Polished 2016-06-29T04:00:00Z Berger’s software tries to assist the communication between brain cells by making an instantaneous prediction as to what the healthy code should be, and then firing off in that pattern. Putting a computer in your brain is no longer science fiction 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z As the campaign neared its climax, one wondered whether both sides might—and maybe should—toss caution to the winds and start firing off statistics in a spirit of pure extravagance. Britain Votes, Maybe for the Last Time, on Whether to Stand Alone 2016-06-23T04:00:00Z Seven years after she began firing off records requests in the Kid investigation, Cooper caught a break. Woman’s Kid quest evolves into bigger records battle 2016-06-22T04:00:00Z On Friday, he visited the Battlefield Vegas shooting range where he practised using a 9mm Glock pistol, firing off 20 rounds. British man held in Trump assassination attempt was 'nice guy', neighbours say 2016-06-21T04:00:00Z What’s more American than firing off a few rounds while sipping a pumpkin spice latte? At least we can all agree to protect our right to a full cup of Starbucks | Dave Schilling 2016-06-21T04:00:00Z Ayesha publicized her concerns about racial profiling after firing off a number of frustrated tweets regarding her experiences at Quicken Loans on Thursday night. Did the NBA racially profile Stephen Curry's father-in-law? 2016-06-17T04:00:00Z It was in the 80th minute when Tecatito took on five defenders before firing off a shot from 10 yards to tie it and thrill the overwhelmingly pro-Mexico crowd. Mexico’s draw with Venezuela gives El Tri 1st in Group C 2016-06-13T04:00:00Z “Yes, the fans are boisterous and singing. But the French police react by marching in and firing off teargas.” England fans in fresh clashes with riot police in Marseille 2016-06-10T04:00:00Z As she spoke, Trump was firing off a series of tweets, including this one: “Bad performance by Crooked Hillary Clinton! Reading poorly from the telepromter! She doesn’t even look presidential!” Clinton: Trump is ‘dangerously incoherent,’ ‘temperamentally unfit’ to be president 2016-06-02T04:00:00Z Officers on Wednesday responded to a report of a man firing off several rounds, and stopped the vehicle a short time later. Man arrested for firing pistol out of vehicle in Sioux Falls 2016-06-02T04:00:00Z Now, Trump starts firing off messages early in the morning and often continues past midnight. Inside the origins of Trump's high-octane Twitter account 2016-05-31T04:00:00Z A demo video shows someone waving it like a wand, firing off boomerangs, and navigating a VR app menu like a laser pointer, all powered by an orientation sensor inside the device. Google reveals plans for new VR headset and motion controller 2016-05-18T04:00:00Z He probably could have done a little more research before firing off this response and he certainly should have waited until Tuesday night’s game before predicting a Raptors championship. The NBA draft lottery was an anti-climax but at least the 76ers won something 2016-05-18T04:00:00Z Despite two brain surgeries, Elfrank-Dana said that by last September, he started firing off one letter a day. How You Could Get Hit With a Surprise Medical Bill 2016-03-07T05:00:00Z Sensing that McGregor was hurt, the Californian suddenly seemed more energetic and went after him, firing off a series of hooks and jabs that found their target. McGregor stunned by Diaz at UFC 196 2016-03-06T05:00:00Z It can’t turn out any worse than firing off tweets at Mark Zuckerberg, who, after all, doesn’t even have a Twitter account. Kanye West could pay off his $53m debt by seeking donations on a smaller scale 2016-02-21T05:00:00Z Rattled by the Sanders surge, her campaign is firing off alarmed requests for donations as small as $1 to answer his fundraising juggernaut. In final Iowa blitz, Clinton pitches pragmatism and electability 2016-01-29T05:00:00Z On Saturday morning, Trump rolled up his french cuffs and got down to work by firing off a barrage of angry tweets about Cruz’s unfitness for the presidency: Donald Trump might actually be in trouble now: How he tried to smear Ted Cruz this weekend—and got booed! 2016-01-19T05:00:00Z The very first scene with the political revolutionary, Leia is taken hostage by the Empire, but not before firing off a few rounds from her blaster first. Carrie Fisher thinks slave Leia bikini haters are asinine 2015-12-17T05:00:00Z I think you have to have security that prevents people firing off weapons where they can ... Paris terror attacks: Obama defends Isis strategy – as it happened 2015-11-15T05:00:00Z Then again, Johnson is usually the guy you see firing off six-shooters at Victory Lane. Jimmie Johnson steals a victory from Brad Keselowski in AAA Texas 500 2015-11-08T05:00:00Z Airbnb says if passed, the measure will lead to people firing off lawsuits left and right. 5 Things That Impact Tech on the San Francisco Ballot 2015-11-03T05:00:00Z But ran failed statewide campaigns for office in California back in 2010, and both were the top executive at Silicon Valley powerhouse Hewlett-Packard overseeing the firing off thousands of employees. Carly Fiorina’s latest indignity: Even the Republican CEO of HP says she’s not qualified to be president 2015-11-02T05:00:00Z The car flashes a warning for the driver to grab hold of the steering wheel and eventually slow to a stop where it's driving, firing off the hazard lights. Tesla cars gain self-driving sentience overnight 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z I think you have to have security that prevents people firing off weapons where they can ... Paris terror attacks: Obama defends Isis strategy – as it happened 2015-11-15T05:00:00Z The leading GOP candidate was firing off shots throughout the whole event, including this zinger: Here's Who Won Twitter During the Democratic Debate 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z He apparently suspected Bean was drunkenly firing off his pistol in sight of the children, whose mother was scrambling to gather them. Inglis, Florida: home to the 1,000th US mass shooting since Sandy Hook 2015-10-11T04:00:00Z Another common fallacy in research is the Texas sharp-shooter effect — firing off a few rounds and then drawing a bull’s eye around the bullet holes. Let’s think about cognitive bias 2015-10-06T04:00:00Z Make no mistake, though; it is often Trump himself firing off 140-character tweets attacking his rivals or opining on the latest celebrity gossip. Donald Trump uses a Galaxy to tweet, doesn’t have a laptop in his office 2015-10-05T04:00:00Z And on Monday, he too responded to the Times story by firing off a letter to Turing Pharmaceuticals. Hillary Clinton to battle drug companies with plan to limit prescription costs 2015-09-22T04:00:00Z There’s no concept or central narrative; just two emcees at the top of their game firing off track after track. Drake and Future in party mode on 'What a Time to Be Alive' 2015-09-21T04:00:00Z It’s the third day of all-out war between the two Republican hopefuls, with each firing off attack videos, tweets, and campaign comments slamming their opponents. The Trump-Bush war rages on 2015-09-02T04:00:00Z At times, the game presents a decision - say, between firing off a flare gun or saving it for later - that may seem innocuous but could have fatal consequences hours later. Review: ‘Until Dawn’ adds clever twists to teen horror genre 2015-08-25T04:00:00Z This week, a D.C. company that developed an app to stop you from firing off an errant text looks for help capitalizing on its early buzz. Business Rx: This company wants to save you from that text you are about to send 2015-08-12T04:00:00Z Fifteen or so crowded into a hot room around a large TV, firing off the campaign’s “Briefing” to break down the candidates’ comments. Watching the Republican Debate With the Clinton Campaign 2015-08-07T04:00:00Z They’ll do checks every 15 minutes, firing off a text if they get a hit. In the shadow of Dulles Airport: The hunt for a threatened bat 2015-08-02T04:00:00Z Riot police swept the streets, firing off rounds of tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowds. How Cincinnati learned from its 2001 riots 2015-07-30T04:00:00Z Ledford is accused of pointing a revolver at a deputy before fleeing and firing off three shots. Tenn. Bureau of Investigation probes shooting of suspect 2015-07-27T04:00:00Z Also, as a woman, she is capable of firing off scathing criticism of the Democratic front-runner without receiving the same criticism of sexism her male colleagues might receive. Carly Fiorina breaks into the top 10 2015-07-27T04:00:00Z These days, Ellenbogen spends most of his time at the computer, much of it firing off emails and leaving messages for people at Health and Human Services, seeking to overturn the ban. Man with early-onset Alzheimer’s fighting for funding 2015-07-25T04:00:00Z They charged the officers surrounding the marchers, firing off bursts of pepper spray and throwing homemade explosives. A Public Vow of Love, Doubling as an Act of Defiance 2015-07-22T04:00:00Z Twelve years later, Mr. Walker was at it again, firing off unsolicited strategic advice in an email to Mitt Romney, the Republican nominee. A Political Lifer, Scott Walker Has Long Been His Own Strategist 2015-07-08T04:00:00Z The Impact actually played well against New York City FC, claiming the majority share of possession and firing off 25 shots on goal in comparison to the opposition’s mere five. Steven Gerrard must learn from Robbie Keane's example at LA Galaxy 2015-07-06T04:00:00Z And Clinton kept her sights squarely on Republicans, firing off on them on issue after issue. Hillary Clinton fired up over 'historic day' 2015-06-26T04:00:00Z But he still works full time, tracking the progress of reforms state by state, drafting op-eds for fellow-conservatives, planning conferences, rallying state legislators by phone, and firing off volleys on Twitter. Conservatives for Criminal-Justice Reform 2015-06-22T04:00:00Z While firing off text messages to friends and family, the men rushed to the county clerk’s office late in the afternoon. Ranks of gay dads increase as same-sex marriage spreads 2015-06-20T04:00:00Z “I started seeing some little things firing off in him,” Mediavilla said. 1 man, ‘7 Habits’ book help create rehab program for inmates 2015-06-14T04:00:00Z Soon, it will be the highest bidder looking to bring special offers to RadioShack’s former customers, and Rich is firing off a warning shot. Bankrupt RadioShack aims to sell 67m customer names and addresses 2015-05-18T04:00:00Z Instead of spending thoughtful time with a television show that deserves our full attention and literary-analysis, people are just firing off 140-character bursts of instant emotion without any contemplation of synthesis. It Doesn’t Matter What You Think About the ‘Mad Men’ Finale 2015-05-18T04:00:00Z With that in mind, parents upset about what's happening in the classroom should think twice before firing off a terse email, leaving an angry voice mail or storming up to teachers after school. How Not to Be a High School Helicopter Parent 2015-05-12T04:00:00Z Hobbyists at PrintedFirearm.com posted an animated GIF of the 3-D printed rifle firing off several rounds at a shooting range, according to military blog War Is Boring. Now 3D-Printed Guns Can Fire Even Bigger Bullets 2015-03-27T04:00:00Z Whether he’s posting on investment sites or firing off his latest musings on Twitter, Shkreli is known for being a bit of a live wire. Gadfly pharma investor Shkreli starts anew after ousting from Retrophin 2015-02-27T05:00:00Z Joan would pepper the movie stars and supermodels with pointed questions on their choice of fashion and other memorable questions that often led to Joan’s firing off a zinger or two at the talent. Excerpts from recent Minnesota editorials 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z They all seem so busy—running from meeting to meeting and firing off emails. 10 Fundamental Truths We Forget Too Easily 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z Through the dust of battle thrown up by the frantic pace of his pontificate - and his unsettling habit of firing off ad lib sound bites - it is possible to discern a pattern. How will Pope Francis change the Church? 2015-02-09T05:00:00Z Given Cutler’s relationship with past coordinators -- the F-bomb at Mike Martz, for instance -- you can just hear him firing off something like, “Why don’t you go back to being Manning’s cabana boy?’ New Bears offensive coordinator means new concerns 2015-01-22T05:00:00Z A video posted July 11, 2014, apparently from Aleppo, Syria, shows Yukawa with an AK-47, firing off dozens of rounds. Japanese hostages took different routes to Syrian war zone 2015-01-20T05:00:00Z Rhodes spurned a glorious opening at the other end, firing off target after running on to an inviting Marshall pass, before King eventually broke the deadlock. Bolton Wanderers 2-1 Blackburn Rovers 2014-12-26T05:00:00Z With the Panthers playing on short rest, the Sabres were the aggressors early, firing off the first four shots of the game and taking the lead on Hodgson’s goal 2:06 into the first period. Zadorov leads Sabres over Panthers 4-3 in OT 2014-12-13T05:00:00Z But citing sources, Re/code says that Sony is firing off countermeasures aimed at disrupting the file-sharing sites distributing the stolen materials. Hollywood gets hacked, highlighting a new cybersecurity threat 2014-12-11T05:00:00Z When Connolly did finally weave a path past the Czech, the teenager was wrongly flagged for offside by assistant referee Kylie McMullan before firing off the post with the empty goal beckoning. Motherwell 1-0 Dundee United 2014-11-06T05:00:00Z In response, his aides spent Wednesday morning firing off sympathetic assessments from The Cook Political Report. For Rep. Steve Israel, Republican Rout Hits Very Close to Home 2014-11-05T05:00:00Z The fact that Hannigan has spent his first day firing off a public-relations broadside on this issue shows quite how worried the security services are about the proliferation of communications they can't easily tap... GCHQ v tech firms: Internet reacts 2014-11-04T05:00:00Z Groubert is heard in the video shouting before firing off several rounds and telling Jones to drop to the ground. Verdict delayed in parking lot police shooting 2014-10-28T04:00:00Z Homeowners eager for a bargain rate are firing off inquiries to lenders. Enticing low rates, but impact could be limited 2014-10-24T04:00:00Z Known for firing off e-mails at odd hours because he runs on little sleep, Klain is an enthusiastic Facebook user who frequently posts about his family. Obama appoints lawyer to handle Ebola response Earlier in the week, riot police stormed protestors who gathered after nightfall, firing off rounds of tear gas, wooden pellets and stun grenades to disperse the crowds. Ferguson community fed up with evolving police explanations 2014-08-15T04:00:00Z Over 90% of their device time is message based, chatting on social networks like Facebook, or sending instant messages through services like WhatsApp, or even firing off traditional mobile phone text messages. Ofcom: six-year-olds understand digital technology better than adults 2014-08-06T04:00:00Z And rather than firing off e-mails or fashioning a PowerPoint presentation, many staffers still prefer face-to-face contact for the key discussions. In President Obama’s White House, some traditions give way to modern technology When that job ended, she started firing off résumés again. Women Leave Their Careers in Peak Years 2014-06-23T04:00:00Z But the pattern of the past two months suggests that the government will be firing off new expansionary measures as long as its growth target is in jeopardy. Don’t say stimulus 2014-06-05T04:00:00Z Now data is fizzing and firing off molecules in all directions, like an alka-seltzer pill dropped in a cup of water. An Educated Guess: What's About To Change At Colleges Across America Before 2050 2014-03-31T14:00:00Z Both sides are firing off lawsuits so often it is hard to keep up with them. Where is Thailand headed after protests? 2014-03-07T01:09:59Z Among those firing off questions at Fox were a boy who had been chosen NFL Play 60 Super Kid in an online contest. Broncos, Seahawks tackled by media at pre-Super Bowl event 2014-01-28T18:39:23Z As he fired off e-mails to colleagues, however, he found himself becoming distracted by the kids next door , who were firing off virtual rounds of ammo at full blast in some loud, obnoxious video game. Kor-Fx: How noisy neighbors sparked a new big idea for gaming 2014-01-10T17:36:40Z But before you progress from denial to anger, it’s important to think things through before firing off a strongly-worded response. Handling A Reputation Crisis: Ways An Entrepreneur Can Handle Social Media Posts 2013-11-08T17:24:00Z According to witnesses, Shoop worked his way through the mall, shooting security cameras and firing off about half a dozen shots in all. N.J. Mall Shooter Found Dead, No Other Injuries 2013-11-05T11:05:25Z White House officials quickly began firing off a barrage of tweets on Twitter, which has become one of the administration's most potent and relied-upon weapons in trying to shape public opinion and media reports. In political messaging wars, White House deploys a Twitter army 2013-11-03T23:41:56Z Within the first five minutes of the hour-long session she began firing off worst-case scenarios at lawyers representing the latest challengers to federal campaign finance law. Kagan, now in a robe, argues again for campaign finance limits 2013-10-09T05:04:07Z A swoosh noise - made by firing off an email - is not accompanied by even the faintest expression of regret. How bad is it to be caught playing games on your phone in a meeting? 2013-09-04T13:50:44Z They can’t be right, these signals your neurons are firing off. Restaurants: Restaurant Review: Alder in the East Village 2013-07-09T20:29:43Z Do you see an authoritative figure, quickly digesting data, confidently sorting options, weighing alternatives, and firing off firm and fast decisions? How to Make Better Decisions: Slow Down 2013-04-18T14:30:03Z As the deadlines for all these rules approach, shipping bosses are firing off distress flares. The shipping industry: Sinking under a big green wave 2013-03-27T16:07:11Z The three of them spend several hours firing off rounds into the darkness. Scorecard From The Edge 2013-02-12T05:00:00Z In one form of AF, two or three heart cells start firing off 300–400 electrical impulses per minute; the impulses reach neighbouring cells, sending a wave of erratic electrical signals through the heart muscle. Physiology: Beating stroke 2013-01-30T18:23:09.067Z “He led the Southerners into Fort Sumter and started firing off all the ammo.” Manassas boy collects all 189 Civil War trading cards 2013-01-08T20:40:09Z The look of Yahoo mail on the computer is meant to be all about productivity, while the mobile version is more about monitoring mail and firing off quick replies. Yahoo redesigns Webmail, introduces new apps 2012-12-11T20:01:38Z Guslick previously tested his 3D printable gun receiver — a component holding the critical bolt, trigger and magazine parts of a gun — by firing off 200 rounds from a .22 pistol without any problems. 3D-Printable Gun Part Fails on Sixth Shot 2012-12-05T17:45:00.267Z “I saw the lights in the distance,” signaling a subway’s approach, he said, so he started firing off flashes on the camera — 49 times in all, he said — as a means of warning the driver. Suspect in Fatal Subway Push Is in Custody 2012-12-05T15:00:48Z Yes, we can all agree that ambulance-chasing claims-management firms are behaving disgracefully in firing off text messages at random, making bogus claims and hoping the banks cough up to minimise administrative hassle. John Cridland and the CBI: in the pocket of the banks? 2012-11-12T18:47:42Z Whatever happens, happens when you are doing that and you are firing off the ball.” 10 thoughts after Bears' win over Cowboys 2012-10-02T15:33:00Z When you’re firing off a tweet or writing a post, diplomatic etiquette, evidently, seems to not be as high of a concern as when writing an official telegram. The Georgian Prison Scandal and the Sudden Transformation of International Diplomacy into Concern Trolling 2012-09-26T13:14:05Z The Bucs line did nothing to disguise their intention of firing off at the snap, their stances giving every indication what was in store. Playing hard to the end of the game just a part of football 2012-09-23T00:27:04Z Five blockers firing off the ball with the same synchronized mechanics makes it impossible for defenders to tell whether the Texans are running one of their stretch handoffs or executing a play-action rollout. The Fifth Down: Houston Texans, 2012 N.F.L. Season Preview 2012-08-30T10:00:27Z "We tried scare tactics such as firing off a pistol, but that didn't work," said Dennis Meadhurst, secretary of Lee Anglers Consortium, which represents fishing clubs along the Lea. Anglers vs 'the Black Death': cormorants have the edge in battle of the riverbanks 2012-08-11T14:53:56Z Jane was listless, her mind a blank with vivid little jets of dissatisfaction firing off in it. Tessa Hadley: “An Abduction.” 2012-07-02T04:00:00Z In the other, we have Charles Barron, a city councilman and former Black Panther with a gift for firing off incendiary phrases as if they were rocket-propelled grenades. City Room: On Primary Day, Closely Watching Two Races 2012-06-26T13:35:32Z Certainly taking down a Harpy is a whole lot easier when you’re firing off fiery-enchanted arrows than it is trying to hack at them with a sword. 'Dragon's Dogma' Review Part One: First Impressions 2012-05-24T17:24:17Z The correspondence, published by the Business Insider website, shows a 19-year-old Zuckerberg firing off scattergun thoughts about business, social networks – and user privacy. Zuckerberg messages reveal steely ambition 2012-05-18T12:20:37Z That initial defensive breakdown is still the impetus for the Clippers’ attack, and it just isn’t consistently possible without a healthy Paul firing off passes perfectly timed to the movement of the offense. Off the Dribble: For Clippers, It's All About Paul 2012-05-11T21:04:10Z His hostler was killed while firing off the cannon. The Independence Day Horror at Killsbury 2012-04-20T02:00:07.610Z Commands get scrambled thru the shock of the electrified grapple line/half-morphed Devourer, wreaking havoc on my handle and firing off stray, half-baked signals. Midnight at the A&E 2012-04-04T17:21:19.250Z This may well have been the case: the Norwegian sealing vessel Samson, which had no radio, was firing off rockets as it weaved its way through the ice. The Extraordinary Story of the White Star Liner Titanic 2012-04-04T13:15:00.213Z Branstad said he's firing off a letter to all the other governors in the nation, urging them to be equally aggressive on the issue. Iowa gov wants probe of 'smear campaign' against 'pink slime' 2012-04-02T18:41:40Z “Nice try, but now let’s look at the facts,” Romney said before firing off a few lines on Santorum’s votes in support of airlines and the steel industry. GOP Debate: Santorum in the Spotlight and On the Defensive 2012-02-23T05:35:15Z During this time the cannons were being continually fired off, and individuals were assisting in the din by firing off the ordinary trade gun. West African studies 2012-02-15T03:00:28.537Z Turning into ridicule sacred things—firing off the Lord's Prayer as you would a joke from Joe Miller or a comic poem—that is what I mean by blasphemy. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 7 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Discussions 2012-02-11T03:03:58.623Z That little fellow, who was installed at the farm, was seated by her side firing off words from a reading book. The White Peacock 2012-01-14T03:00:21.627Z “May! she should be a cousin of mine,” said good Lady May, firing off her little pun, which was received very kindly by her audience. Checkmate 2012-01-03T03:00:10.887Z Night and day, year in and year out, it is firing off these exceedingly minute projectiles, of which there are two kinds, one of which appears to be atoms of helium. Marvels of Scientific Invention An Interesting Account in Non-technical Language of the Invention of Guns, Torpedoes, Submarine Mines, Up-to-date Smelting, Freezing, Colour Photography, and many other recent Discoveries of Science 2011-11-19T03:00:24.517Z My father would prowl about after dark, firing off his pistol whenever he heard a suspicious sound, so that, for a time, what with acorns and pistols, the nights were somewhat disturbed. Memoirs of an American Prima Donna 2011-11-17T03:00:32.600Z But what you're seeing is the linemen are firing off now. Led by redesigned line, Seahawks could be on upswing 2011-11-16T06:05:24Z Decatur put more pressure on Shaver in the second half, firing off five of its 10 shots on goal after intermission. Everett, Meadowdale, Blanchet, Liberty advance | Wednesday's Girls Soccer Roundup 2011-11-10T07:00:05Z Well, I believe," he cried in a tone of relief, "they will bethink themselves in Berlin after firing off this alarm gun, and will be satisfied if we accept neutrality. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. I (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:45.883Z The green-coats and savages were now swarming around the house of Major Jelles, whooping and yelling and capering and firing off their guns. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z As far as firing off and hitting, I don’t think that’s what they do. No. 23 Auburn?s unassuming Trotter takes over for Heisman winner at quarterback 2011-09-02T17:55:31Z “He is,” Mr Musgrave said, firing off his bomb as calmly as though he were making a very ordinary statement, “the same dog.” Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z And the fat man all the time firing off his unheeding and unheeded answers. Sea and Sardinia 2011-08-28T02:00:30.857Z It was afterwards learned that the cars were filled with negro troops on their way to Savannah, who were firing off their guns in a random, reckless manner. The Women of the Confederacy 2011-08-05T02:00:53.333Z Several months ago, Mr. Davis began firing off a series of salvos on behalf of Porton. Lawsuits and Intrigue Over 3M Diagnostic Test 2011-07-22T00:21:17Z “But he is here,” was the imperturbable reply, and simultaneously that faithful servitor entered, grinning with delight at seeing his master again, and firing off a tremendous congratulation in the Zulu tongue. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z In a moment more the Pony Rider Boys were the center of a ring of racing ponies, as the horse-hunters dashed round and round, yelling like mad and firing off their revolvers. The Pony Rider Boys in the Alkali or, Finding a Key to the Desert Maze 2011-06-15T02:00:19.437Z “It’s the equivalent of firing off a tweet; it doesn’t require much thought or effort.” Social Networking Through Your Phone?s Camera 2011-06-03T22:20:56Z By this time Captain Symington was firing off his explosive French sentences, which, as it is impossible to give their full force even in the language in which they were spoken, we will translate. Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 2011-05-19T02:00:07.643Z On Holy Saturday morning we were awakened, very early, by the most hideous noises, firing off of pistols, squibs, and rockets. Cuba Past and Present 2011-04-16T02:00:18.193Z Stealing a page from the candidate playbook, the company has even taken to firing off rapid-response “fact-checker” e-mails to New York reporters to undercut its opponents. Wal-Mart Tries a Refined Path Into New York 2011-03-26T01:45:27Z The truth is, Stormy was no marksman; and could only hit a barn, by going inside, and closing the door before firing off his piece. Lost Lenore The Adventures of a Rolling Stone 2011-03-03T03:00:50.847Z On Feb. 22, when the first foreign journalists arrived in Midan al-Melek, a square in the center of town, men were still joyous, chanting, milling about and firing off celebratory gunshots. Gaddafi's Last Stand 2011-02-25T17:50:00Z There, I do wish to goodness, dear, you would not always make a point of firing off into conversation directly I sit down to read or write. Mad A Story of Dust and Ashes 2011-02-25T03:01:05.303Z In a square in the center of the town of Midan al-Melek, the men are still celebrating on Tuesday night, chanting, milling about, and firing off celebratory gunfire. Dispatch from "Free Libya": The Right to Laugh at Gaddafi 2011-02-22T23:55:00Z When certain pieces of ordnance were firing off full volleys, we felt a quivering all about us, and on the writing-table the penholder jingled against the crystal of the inkstand. Six Women and the Invasion 2011-01-18T03:00:13.193Z Crab-fishers know this, and have made a compact with all warships, by which the latter have agreed to refrain from firing off cannon when in sight of a crabbing vessel. Told by the Death's Head A Romantic Tale 2010-12-30T03:00:21.423Z Young Munson, who was now fighting on the right wing of the little force, turned swiftly, and, firing off the charge which he had just rammed down, shot the foremost of the bowmen. Adventures Among the Red Indians Romantic Incidents and Perils Amongst the Indians of North and South America 2010-12-20T17:12:20.420Z The new coach is wired, firing off messages at all hours with a flick of his thumb. Sports of The Times: A Friend?s Mistake, an Understudy?s Chance 2010-12-11T20:20:00Z Finally, the report of an 82mm recoilless rifle firing off one big shell, then another, then a third. At War: The Problems With Afghan Partnerships 2010-10-14T17:26:00Z For the past 15 years, Mr. Crawford has been firing off handwritten letters to magazines — skateboard publications like Thrasher and Slap, culture and arts magazines like Interview and BlackBook, music magazines like Magnet. New York Story: Making a Name Writing to Editors 2010-09-25T01:08:00Z Police responded by firing off rounds of acrid tear gas, which wafted through the area. Violence in East Jerusalem Clouds Peace Efforts 2010-09-22T20:29:00Z Gilbert was clearly scorned by James' choice, firing off a now-infamous letter to Cleveland fans describing it all as "a shameful display of selfishness and betrayal." LeBron Tells GQ He Isn't Sure Gilbert Ever Cared 2010-08-18T02:56:00Z The Red Bulls put pressure on Manchester throughout the first half, firing off seven shots to Manchester's two. Richards blasts Red Bulls to 2-1 win over Man City 2010-07-25T22:13:00Z They soon stopped that and said: 'We need a press officer, we can't have him firing off like he does.' David 'Bumble' Lloyd: We'll sting the Aussies down under 2010-05-29T19:00:00Z Stoke did not depend on set-pieces and after one flowing move in the 29th minute only a smart last-ditch tackle from Steven Mouyokolo prevented Fuller from firing off a shot from 15 yards. Stoke City 2-0 Hull City | Premier League match report 2010-04-03T16:05:00Z Belgian Henin took the first set with ease after firing off eight winners to Craybas's one, but then had a slight stutter in the second. Henin advances after straight sets victory in Miami 2010-03-25T01:01:00Z While mentally firing off ideas in all directions. Who review 2010-03-18T20:36:00Z A man who was continuously firing off adages and axioms would be as terrible an infliction as the inveterate anecdotist or the everlasting pun-producer. Proverb Lore Many sayings, wise or otherwise, on many subjects, gleaned from many sources Been firing off a little correspondence, I presume. Lefty Locke Pitcher-Manager But it wasn’t any 273 use firing off my arrows in the dark, and, as I said, he sneaked off before–” “Tom–Mr. Blake!–you must not risk your life!” Into the Primitive At Br� Pedraglio called the whole town together by firing off the carbine in sign of exultation, and then he distributed anesone triduo among the men, and administered it in smaller doses to the girls. The Patriot Piccolo Mondo Antico The morning of Easter Sunday was announced as usual by the firing off of rockets and a joyous burst of military music. With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 2 Unarmed, with nothing but his hands and feet to fight with, he was shot at three times by the man who had picked up his pistol and was clumsily firing off the last few cartridges. The Tremendous Event The whole cause of the alarm proved to be three drunken troopers, carousing, hallooing, and ever and anon firing off their pistols. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools That wretched Shackleton had been firing off that stale yarn here too. John Ames, Native Commissioner A Romance of the Matabele Rising The thing which vexes me most is, that this Professor Crutius has obliged the nobles by firing off his article beforehand. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine “Here, get out of this!” he bellowed, firing off a very blast of profanity. A Frontier Mystery The vintagers were out in the fields, singing songs, firing off salutes of triumph; but Ivo only asked, "Are you making the wine which shall turn into blood?" Black Forest Village Stories There might be no harm now, perhaps, in firing off that there gun. A Marriage at Sea In some cavalry regiments in India, the feeding-time is denoted by the firing off of a pistol. The Dog And we could see the soldiers running their horses and firing off white pluffs of powder. The Men of the Moss-Hags Being a history of adventure taken from the papers of William Gordon of Earlstoun in Galloway A train-band man in the crowd is firing off a musket to express his delight. Old and New London Volume I The patient near him has drawn on the wall the firing off a bomb, and a ship moored in the distance. Chapters in the History of the Insane in the British Isles The infantry had to be always on the march, then firing off their blank cartridges either stooping or lying down, and at last making a bayonet charge on the disorganised foe. Jena or Sedan? I can't pretend to tell you half the clever things the monkeys did in the way of swinging, dancing, firing off muskets, riding on a pony, &c. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 2, No. 12, May, 1851. We feel that the woman, all alone, without bystanders, earthworks, fascines, smoke, &c., firing off the cannon, is the woman as she is remembered by the creature who exclaims, "Que valor!" Renaissance Fancies and Studies Being a Sequel to Euphorion The next Sunday, a boy in firing off some powder he had put in a door key, set fire to a house. A Danish Parsonage Hill said all the rest of the way they was yelling, and firing off their guns, and raising hell generally––that was the way Hill put it––but they didn’t do no real harm. Santa Fé's Partner Being Some Memorials of Events in a New-Mexican Track-end Town "Oh," says I, "that makes a difference, though I never heard firing off guns by that name before." Phemie Frost's Experiences There was no excitement in it,—simply the firing off of many guns with a rapidity which altogether prevents that competition which is essential to the enjoyment of sport. Marion Fay Indians ran along the river-bank firing off rifles in welcome, and opposite the flats where the fort gate opened, on what is now Main Street, the company's men came out and fired a royal salute. The Cariboo Trail A Chronicle of the Gold-fields of British Columbia I switch modes again, figuring that it's better to take my chances on my own, rather than risk firing off unknown software that could do anything from crash to sabotage me. Less than Human Rosher used to carry it about in his pocket, full of water for a little squirt he was always firing off in the French class. Soldiers of the Queen He usually got up pretty early, and began firing off torpedoes and shooting-crackers, just as at Christmas. A Boy's Town I spoke to him about what he's been firing off from his mouth the night before an' he shuts up like a clam. Rimrock Trail Pressing on a few rods farther, a turn of the road disclosed to Washington two drunken soldiers, cursing, yelling and carousing, and occasionally firing off a pistol into the air. From Farm House to the White House The life of George Washington, his boyhood, youth, manhood, public and private life and services He had a nervous way of flipping his fingers when put out, and he stood now firing off his white hand restlessly. Hurricane Island “But how do you contemplate serving me by firing off pistols, and frightening the passengers of the boat out of their senses?” The Quadroon Adventures in the Far West Perhaps it was the firing off of big guns. McClure's Magazine, Vol. XXXI, No. 3, July 1908. Several of the stampeded bands came down to Pine Ridge, where they were met by United States troops, disarmed, and shot down after one man had resisted disarmament by firing off his weapon. The Indian To-day The Past and Future of the First American It is a well-known saying that a man in battle frequently regains his lost courage by repeatedly firing off his rifle, which simply means that his thoughts are diverted by physical movements. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition Suddenly he sat down abruptly, with a muttered “Now, then,” and began to catechise me in a most extraordinarily searching manner, firing off question after question with the rapidity of a maxim gun. The Mystery of the Green Ray They suddenly started up from amongst the broom where they had lain down to sleep, and, firing off their guns upon the advancing host, without offering any further resistance, fled in all directions. The Huguenots in France Time was getting on; it now became important for us to reach the spot where the moles were; and l'Encuerado predicted good sport there without firing off his gun. Adventures of a Young Naturalist But all that night men were rushing about the village, firing off Winchesters, and vowing to kill us, although that morning when sober they had been quite friendly. From Paris to New York by Land Truth to tell, the red men were firing off their guns too rapidly to allow the fugitive to feel comfortable. Footprints in the Forest First I scared him nearly to death by firing off the gun behind him, as we were going along the bank, and blowing off a piece of his coat-tail. Peck's Bad Boy and His Pa 1883 Another little pause while she poured out the tea, which afforded Saul Arthur Mann an opportunity of firing off fifty facts about Geneva in as many sentences. The Man Who Knew A little later a large number of General Ching's men entered the city, yelling loudly, and firing off their guns. The Story of General Gordon After unloading our grub and firing off our guns to dry them and let the deer know that we were coming, we scattered about in various directions in search of game. Letters from Port Royal Written at the Time of the Civil War (1862-1868) The one finding the most is given a small flag which the children salute by firing off their torpedoes. Games For All Occasions Friday, the 4th of April, was a sloppy day, and just before sundown we heard firing off towards Sherman's division. "Shiloh" as Seen by a Private Soldier With Some Personal Reminiscences That was the trouble with firing off at half thrust. Attrition “And I, my dear uncle,” followed up Emma, laughing, “infinitely prefer firing off a rifle to being hugged by a bear or an Indian, because of two evils one should always choose the least.” The Settlers in Canada To go breaking into houses with swords and staves, and firing off powder and shot—all to frighten a pair of poor bairns! The Dew of Their Youth “Did the poor girl admit firing off her confidences at Mrs Fyne—eight pages of close writing—that sort of thing?” Chance A Tale in Two Parts As we reached the hill I could not resist the temptation of firing off my rifle, to attract the attention of our friends, and give them notice of our coming. In the Wilds of Africa The moon had risen, and I had no difficulty in following my own trail; but before I had got half-way, I met several of my companions shouting, and at intervals firing off their guns. The Hunters' Feast Conversations Around the Camp Fire Around a death-bed the wits were firing off their sarcasms on its occupant. A History of the Four Georges, Volume II Well, they needn't put themselves to the trouble of firing off a gun to scare that chap. Old Ebenezer As they arrived, they formed in front, dancing, and shrieking, and firing off their muskets and blunderbusses in the most irregular fashion, expending a great deal of gunpowder, but doing us no harm. Old Jack It is sufficient to fuse at most about one-twentieth of an inch along the needle before firing off the bow. On Laboratory Arts "And I, my dear uncle," followed up Emma, laughing, "infinitely prefer firing off a rifle to being hugged by a bear or an Indian, because of two evils one should always choose the least." The Settlers in Canada Upon the 21st of July, the lord admiral of England sent a cutter before, called the Defiance, to denounce the battle by firing off pieces. Fox's Book of Martyrs Or A History of the Lives, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Primitive Protestant Martyrs Why did you?” "'without firing off their wretched brass guns.'" The Idler Magazine, Volume III, April 1893 An Illustrated Monthly At length the imprisoned hunter thought of firing off some powder every few minutes, shouting at the same time. Anecdotes of the Habits and Instinct of Animals I quite astonish Manola--that is our servant--by firing off sentences in Spanish at her. Held Fast For England A Tale of the Siege of Gibraltar (1779-83) Gowan, also busy unpacking, kept firing off pieces of information, Bertha flitted in and out like a butterfly, and girls from other dormitories paid occasional visits. The Princess of the School Again we shouted and waved our hands, and then Alick bethought him of firing off his gun. Snow Shoes and Canoes The Early Days of a Fur-Trader in the Hudson Bay Territory These ships cannot come to a place or depart again without firing off their wretched brass guns.” The Idler Magazine, Volume III, April 1893 An Illustrated Monthly He and those near him were firing off jokes at each other at a rapid rate, the others trying to frighten him, and he in no way inclined to take alarm. Marmaduke Merry A Tale of Naval Adventures in Bygone Days The men replied to the roars by shrieks and cries, every now and then firing off a rifle in the direction from which the sounds proceeded. Hendricks the Hunter The Border Farm, a Tale of Zululand “Well, you don’t want to swing a cat in them, do you?” inquired Rex gravely, firing off the venerable joke at his senior half unconsciously. The Pirate Island A Story of the South Pacific It is an ungrateful business at the best, firing off squibs directly after a shower of meteors. The Right Stuff Some Episodes in the Career of a North Briton To-night our pickets were sure they heard firing off in the direction of Kanawha. The Citizen-Soldier or, Memoirs of a Volunteer Doubtless often enough when the painter was out firing off his smart cracker sayings, and making away with his port wine. Art in England Notes and Studies When the church demurred at this extraordinary demand he resigned his office, firing off an elaborate argument against the usage of the church by way of a parting salute. A History of American Christianity What means it, these white men, coming in such numbers, firing off their "sticks that thunder"? Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom He was timid and nervous, to such an extent that the firing off of the cannon, when the colors were lowered at sundown, would make him jump half out of his boots. Boys' Book of Famous Soldiers Last night I heard that the reason of your firing off your guns were to celebrate the hanniversary of your wife's death. The Honour of the Flag The men had a few rounds of ammunition left in their pouches, and immediately commenced firing off their muskets and rifles in a most promiscuous manner. Troublous Times in Canada A History of the Fenian Raids of 1866 and 1870 They stayed aboard, drinking, till the casks gave out, firing off their small-arms with every health, and making a dreadful racket in that still lagoon, where the silence was seldom so violently broken. On the Spanish Main Or, Some English forays on the Isthmus of Darien. I daresay they want to drive religion out of the world altogether, for I don't think anybody can ever expect to make people good by firing off cannons at them. The Young Carpenters of Freiberg A Tale of the Thirty Years' War Then they dispersed among the houses in the streets, firing off their rifles on every side. History of the World War An Authentic Narrative of the World's Greatest War At last, supposing you to be still on the road beside the Hansbach, we again descended, firing off guns as signals. A Journey to the Centre of the Earth "He was singing when he wasn't firing off his pistol," I remarked. Police!!! |
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