off the hook vs walked

off the hook

adj
  • Of a telephone, having an open connection; not hung up. 

  • Performing extraordinarily well. 

  • Relieved of a duty, burden, responsibility, or pressure. 

  • Fresh, cool, trendy, excellent, incredible. 

  • Of a telephone, ringing frequently. 

walked

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