Choose the correct meaning of the idiom ‘Off the hook’:
AFree from a difficult or unpleasant obligation
BCaught doing something wrong
CFishing successfully
DDisconnected from a phone call
Explanation
– This idiom means to be released from an obligation or a difficult situation.
– It is often used when someone avoids blame or a burdensome task.
– Example: After the meeting was cancelled, he was off the hook for the presentation.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Idioms
- Subtopic: Idiomatic Expressions
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