hook

Example Sentences

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Was there someone who ... was powerful who let him off the hook, and I just thought it was a good time to take a new look at it like a cold case detective would.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

If your tax preparer files your return late, you aren’t off the hook from a late-filing penalty.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

But they are not off the hook yet, as they will be defendants in several upcoming bellwether trials.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

He wants to see proof that the DOJ was given inaccurate information by ICE before he lets its lawyers off the hook.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

The actress took her hat from the hook by the door and stood before the stagehand, tapping her foot impatiently.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny