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The phrase "a let off" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe a situation where someone is excused from a responsibility or punishment, often in a lenient manner.
Example: "The judge decided to give him a let off for his minor offense, considering it was his first time in court."
Alternatives: "a reprieve" or "a break".
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What a let off for England.
Bit of a let off for Everton.
What a let off for New York, and Lade.
That was a let off for the Cards.
What a let off for Sehwag, and a fine first over from Morkel.
Two more goals conceded before the final whistle almost felt like a let off at the end of this drubbing.
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What a let-off for Poland.
A let-off for Liverpool.
The Brazilian's tame shot was a let-off.
It was a let-off for the bowler but the two preceeding balls built pressure.
Again it comes off the upright and that's a bit of a let-off.
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