Definitions

scot-free

[skot-free] / ˈskɒtˈfri /

ADJECTIVE

completely free

Synonyms

WEAK

costing nothing for free free of charge without making a payment without penalty

Example Sentences

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The second case for concern is the idea that the British are bringing the powerful to account while America is letting them off scot-free.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

But I also think about the alternative, which is for him to just walk away scot-free.

From Slate • Sep. 7, 2024

When Georgia re-entered the Union, the military court closed up shop and newly empowered state prosecutors abandoned the case, letting the murderers off scot-free.

From Salon • Sep. 4, 2023

Judge Thomas KC said this meant George's son "was not in any way sanctioned" and got away "scot-free".

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2023

I wanted people to know that no matter the outcome, no matter if this day ended up as just another protest and Officer Galluzzo got off scot-free, that I would never be the same person.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds