Used informally, often among friends or in casual conversations.

Colloquial Expression

Expresses feelings of annoyance or frustration, not strong anger.

Show Emotion

Repeated actions might tick someone off more each time.

Often used to show satisfaction when completing tasks or reaching goals.

Implies the existence of a physical or digital list where items can be checked off.

Helps in tracking progress systematically by marking off completed tasks.

Used when counting things one after another in a sequence.

Can suggest the passage of time as items or days are counted off.

Reflects a careful and methodical approach to dealing with items or tasks.