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on and off on that vs on and off of that

Both "on and off on that" and "on and off of that" are not correct English constructions. The preposition "of" is not needed after the phrase "on and off." To express the idea of intermittently doing something, it is better to use a different structure.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

on and off on that

This phrase is not a correct English construction.

Avoid using this phrase as it is not grammatically correct. Instead, consider using a different structure to convey the idea of doing something intermittently.
  • Sep 23, 2015 ... January 4, 2014 1:20:57 PM. Not going to swear to it but I think it's shift + F4 to toggle the touch pad on and off on that one. Reply to Anonymous.
  • Nov 15, 2015 ... ... killed, wait for some seconds PERFECTLY STILL. If the lights are still turning on and off on that panel, then that may really be a new step.
  • I noticed days my sinuses were infected, my vertigo would act up, on and off on that day. Another easy solution. I would mix 2 tablespoons of Apple cider vinegar  ...
  • Oct 10, 2011 ... i assume the neighbor switched the lights on and off on that one part to see if they were working right. queen of chills says. October 9, 2011 at ...

on and off of that

This phrase is not a correct English construction.

This phrase is not commonly used in English. It is better to omit the preposition "of" after the phrase "on and off." Consider using a different structure to express the idea of intermittently doing something.
  • ... on the cut edge. Finally, take some emery cloth and lightly buff up the freshly cut edge of the bolt. Your nuts will now always easily slip on and off of that bolt.
  • Jun 29, 2015 ... Not according to The Bachelorette and logic, duh. This little getup is romantic and bright, while still letting you swing on and off of that horse.
  • Dec 16, 2015 ... ... and the luxury of the mindless switching on and off of that which gives us light, water, heat and so much more. But, to have all of these things, ...
  • Jul 1, 2015 ... At Meritus, an Arizona-based cooperative that offers health insurance both on and off of that state's health exchange to both individuals and ...

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