= give up or stop doing something for a while, leave something/somebody alone
IMPORTANT NOTE: This is different than the term “layoff” = fired from job because the company is downsizing.
Ex: I have to “lay off” the sweets and junk food if I want to fit in my old dress.
Ex: I’m trying to “lay off” smoking cigarettes, but it’s very hard to quit.
Ex: John is having a bad day, so “lay off” him and don’t bother him.
