off the hook
off
ɒf
of
the
ðə
dhē
hook
hʊk
hook

Визначення та значення слова «off the hook» англійською мовою

off the hook
01

Звільнений від зобов'язання

no longer facing a difficulty, danger, or punishment 
off the hook definition and meaning
idiom
informal
Приклади
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 

idiom
informal
Приклади
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 

idiom
informal
Приклади
The concert was off the hook; the band's performance was electrifying! 
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