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Out of office (OOO)
PronunciationOWT uv OF-iss
Definition
A message or status that tells people you are away and when you will be back.
Where you hear it
Vacations and sick days.
Examples
I'm out of office until Monday, so please contact Sara for urgent issues.
His auto-reply says he is OOO this week.
Common mistake
Setting an out-of-office message with no backup contact. Always name who can help.
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