scot-free
Americanadjective
adverb
Etymology
Origin of scot-free
Middle English word dating back to 1200–50; see origin at scot, -free
Example Sentences
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The second case for concern is the idea that the British are bringing the powerful to account while America is letting them off scot-free.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
But I also think about the alternative, which is for him to just walk away scot-free.
From Slate • Sep. 7, 2024
And there must be others who are guilty of traffic infractions in Greenwich who have got off scot-free.
From BBC • Oct. 21, 2023
But there’s reason to believe things have changed and his scot-free days may be over.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2023
“How many times have they gotten off scot-free for it?”
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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