headed off Synonyms

Strongest:

to turn back or turn aside

The police car headed off down the highway, sirens blaring.
The hikers headed off into the forest, eager to explore its hidden trails.
The traveler headed off on his solo adventure, leaving behind the comforts of home.
The storm headed off into the distance, its fury slowly subsiding.
The dog headed off after the squirrel, its tail wagging excitedly.
The train headed off into the night, carrying its passengers to their destinations.
The children headed off to school, their backpacks filled with books and supplies.
The worried mother headed off to the hospital, fearing the worst for her sick child.
The politician headed off to the debate, ready to face his opponents.
The salesman headed off to meet with a potential client, hoping to close a deal.

to turn back or turn aside

averted, prevented, escaped, staved off,precluded, forestalled, anticipated, avoided, obviated, helped

assisted, aided, abetted, facilitated, eased, forwarded, permitted, let, encouraged, cultivated

The police car headed off down the highway, sirens blaring.

The hikers headed off into the forest, eager to explore its hidden trails.

The traveler headed off on his solo adventure, leaving behind the comforts of home.

The storm headed off into the distance, its fury slowly subsiding.