UI Post-UTME Use of English 2014 (Model questions) Question 13

Question 13

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option that best fills the gap or gaps: The accused pleaded not guilty and was ________ without any punishment

  1. A.left off
  2. B.give up
  3. C.sent down
  4. D.let off
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (let off)

Explanation

To be let off is to be released without punishment.