B2idiominformalpeopleIELTS-friendly
hit it off
USUK
to like each other and become friendly as soon as you meet
Used about first meetings between friends, colleagues or couples. Add 'with' before the person: 'hit it off with someone'.
In context
I met my flatmate at a friend's party, and we hit it off straight away.
Linh and her new manager really hit it off, so her first week went smoothly.
Common mistake
Incorrect: We hit off immediately.
Correct: We hit it off immediately.
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