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to let off
[phrase form: let]
01
to not punish someone for a wrongdoing, or only give them a light punishment
Transitive: to let off sb with a small punishment | to let off sb for a wrongdoing
02
to cause an explosive weapon to discharge
Transitive: to let off an explosive
03
to allow someone to be excused from a responsibility, obligation, or expectation
Transitive: to let off sb
let off
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Example
The hunter let off a rifle shot in the direction of the deer.
The soldiers let off a barrage of artillery fire during the battle.
She jogs after work to let off steam.
A homeless man was arrested for stealing a loaf of bread, but when a wealthy socialite was caught shoplifting expensive jewelry, she was let off with a warning.
The fireworks technicians let off the pyrotechnics to create a dazzling display for the crowd.
