词汇 | get off easy |
释义 | Idiom get off easy and get off lightly Theme: PUNISHMENT - LIGHT to receive very little punishment (for doing something wrong).It was a serious crime, but Mary got off easy.Billy's punishment was very light. Considering what he did, he got off lightly. Idiom get off easy 1. to receive less punishment than expected. It's not right that someone can commit a major crime and get off lightly. 2. to have less difficulty than is usual. The Midwest got off easy with little snow this winter. get off easyTo escape serious punishment for a crime or wrongdoing. Mark entered a plea bargain, and he ended up getting off easy. You're only grounded for a week? You got off easy if you ask me. |
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