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The phrase "a write off" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in financial contexts to refer to an amount that is no longer considered collectible or an expense that is deducted from taxable income.
Example: "The company decided to declare the unpaid invoices as a write off in their financial statements."
Alternatives: "a deduction" or "a loss".
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