After the sentence below, a list of possible interpretations is given. Choose the interpretation that you consider most appropriate for the sentence.

We were surprised to learn that Tom had been let off the hook. This means that Tom had

a

not been punished

b

gone fishing alone

c

been sent away

d

not been dismissed

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Dave333
4 years ago

To forgive and not punish.
E.g(another typical example),
The boss let me off for breaking the office window, when in theory she could have fined me about 30 dollars.

Dave333
4 years ago

(forgive and not punish) excuse, pardon🙂

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