Let Off

Synonyms of let off

• release
• pardon
• excuse

Antonyms of let off

• penalize
• punish
• hold accountable

Collocations of let off

fireworks

Frequency: 60 %

The fireworks display let off a spectacular show in the night sky.

steam

Frequency: 40 %

The pressure valve let off steam, releasing excess pressure.

warning

Frequency: 35 %

The alarm let off a warning signal, alerting everyone to evacuate the building.

hook

Frequency: 25 %

The fisherman let off the hook, allowing the fish to swim free.

Idiomatic Expressions for let off

• Phrase: let off the hook
  Meaning: to free someone from blame or responsibility
  Usage: I let my friend off the hook for forgetting my birthday because I know she was busy.