Walk free
phrase
To avoid punishment or penalty, especially in a legal context.
Despite the evidence, the accused murderer was able to walk free.
Often appears as...
- he walked free
- they walked free
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To avoid punishment or penalty, especially in a legal context.
Despite the evidence, the accused murderer was able to walk free.
Often appears as...
- he walked free
- they walked free
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Acquittal
Often used when someone is not found guilty in a trial and avoids punishment.
The celebrity walked free after the trial, amidst much public scrutiny.
Pro Tip 2/3Unexpected Outcome
Can imply surprise or disbelief that no punishment was given, despite expectations.
Everyone was shocked when the suspect walked free due to lack of evidence.
Pro Tip 3/3Public Reaction
Use can indicate public opinion or controversy, especially in high-profile cases.
The news that he walked free sparked a debate across the nation.
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Acquittal
Often used when someone is not found guilty in a trial and avoids punishment.
The celebrity walked free after the trial, amidst much public scrutiny.
Pro Tip 2/3Unexpected Outcome
Can imply surprise or disbelief that no punishment was given, despite expectations.
Everyone was shocked when the suspect walked free due to lack of evidence.
Pro Tip 3/3Public Reaction
Use can indicate public opinion or controversy, especially in high-profile cases.
The news that he walked free sparked a debate across the nation.
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Acquittal
Often used when someone is not found guilty in a trial and avoids punishment.
The celebrity walked free after the trial, amidst much public scrutiny.
Pro Tip 2/3Unexpected Outcome
Can imply surprise or disbelief that no punishment was given, despite expectations.
Everyone was shocked when the suspect walked free due to lack of evidence.
Pro Tip 3/3Public Reaction
Use can indicate public opinion or controversy, especially in high-profile cases.
The news that he walked free sparked a debate across the nation.
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