Meaning of the word "off the hook" in English
What does "off the hook" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
off the hook
US /ɔf ðə hʊk/
UK /ɔf ðə hʊk/
Idiom
1.
free from a difficult situation or obligation
Example:
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I was really busy, but luckily my colleague let me off the hook for that meeting.
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After paying the fine, he was finally off the hook.
2.
(of a telephone receiver) not in its proper place, preventing the phone from receiving calls
Example:
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I tried to call you, but your phone was off the hook.
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The constant ringing stopped when someone finally put the receiver back on the hook.
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