idioms using “off”

Off the hook

To be declared not responsible for something

“They haven’t decided who to put in charge but at least I’m off the hook, Yasui-san said.”

Off the mark

Incorrect or inaccurate

“His accusations were wildly off the mark so no one took them seriously.”

Off the wall

Strange, different, or unrelated

“The magazine editor made some off-the-wall comment about next month’s issue and confused everyone in the room..”

Off one’s rocker

A bit crazy or odd

“Pay no attention to him; everyone thinks he is off his rocker anyway.”

Off-color

Inappropriate, offensive, or rude

“The radio host was fired for making off-color jokes on the air; he thought the microphone was turned off.”