get off the hook
Example Sentences
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“In no way shape or form will Norfolk Southern get off the hook for the mess they created,” Regan said at the press conference.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 21, 2023
Which is not, crucially, the same as Kutcher wanting his friend to get off the hook.
From Salon ● Feb. 4, 2023
Given his wealth and connections to powerful people, she figured he’d somehow get off the hook.
From New York Times ● Apr. 22, 2022
Conventional wisdom suggests the Panthers won’t get off the hook that cheaply if they plan to re-sign Reddick to a multi-year contract extension.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 8, 2021
Bernabe gave Harlan a screwy look, refusing to believe he could get off the hook this easily.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
