off the hook
01
no longer facing a difficulty, danger, or punishment
관용구
비격식
예시들
Thanks to the extension granted by the teacher, I'm off the hook for submitting the assignment today.
02
(of a telephone handset) not in its place, therefore unable to receive a call
관용구
비격식
예시들
I forgot to hang up the phone properly, so it was off the hook all night, and I missed several important calls.
03
inspiring admiration, due to being extremely good and satisfactory
관용구
비격식
예시들
The concert was off the hook; the band's performance was electrifying!
