Meaning of the word "get a free pass" in English

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get a free pass

US /ɡɛt ə fri pæs/
UK /ɡɛt ə fri pæs/
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Idiom

1.

to be allowed to do something or to avoid something unpleasant that other people are not allowed to avoid

Example:
He always seems to get a free pass when he breaks the rules.
Just because you're new doesn't mean you get a free pass on responsibilities.
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