off the hook

The fishermen were thrilled with their catch, it was off the hook!

I tried the new restaurant last night, and the food was absolutely off the hook

That concert was off the hook; the band played all their best songs

Don't worry about the mistake you made; consider yourself off the hook

He managed to talk his way out of trouble, leaving him off the hook

The party was off the hook, with great music and even better company

After a long investigation, the detective was off the hook regarding the suspicious activity

She thought she'd have to pay for the damages, but her friend offered to help, letting her off the hook

The performance was technically brilliant and emotionally off the hook

With the project deadline extended, the team was finally off the hook for a few extra days