"from the off" meaning in English

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          "ref": "2018 February 24, Paul Rees, “Finn Russell masterminds historic Scotland victory over England”, in The Guardian, London, archived from the original on 22 Apr 2018:",
          "text": "[Finn] Russell created his side’s three first-half tries, ruffling a defence known for its composure, and dictated the match from the off.",
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          "ref": "2025 April 21, Peter Stanford, “Pope Francis obituary”, in The Guardian:",
          "text": "The papacy has for centuries brought with it a place on the world stage. Francis, who from the off gave the impression of being a man in a hurry, was determined to use that platform to push a bottom-up agenda for the world.",
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        "From the beginning."
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          "ref": "2025 April 21, Peter Stanford, “Pope Francis obituary”, in The Guardian:",
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