Definitions

let off

VERB

make not subject to punishment or action

Synonyms

WEAK

abandon absolve discharge dispense drop excuse exempt exonerate forgive let go pardon privilege from release relieve remove spare

Antonyms

WEAK

blame incarcerate punish

Example Sentences

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He needed to let off a little steam.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Stellantis parking scofflaws today don’t receive a fine and are typically let off with a warning, employees say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Flares were let off, ticker tape flickered in the air and a stunning tifo rose from the terraces with an accompanying banner reading "For my town, for my club".

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

A bit of “steam being let off AI-related names opens up the trade to more individuals coming in,” said Pavlik at Dakota Wealth.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 10, 2025

“It was hard to think. It was hard not to let off steam. It was hard not to overindulge in all the natural activities of life.”

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik

let off

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