let alone

Example Sentences

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Vance getups or Marco Rubio costumes, let alone decked out in Ted Cruz–themed bling or Rand Paul merch.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

“Nobody wants to be under-exposed to risk assets, let alone be short, should the war suddenly conclude, or even if the Strait of Hormuz was unblocked,” he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

This is not enough for where United are, let alone where they want to be.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Until now, they have never even disclosed their last names, let alone anything about their background, education or experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

It’d be bad enough to be stuck with strangers in a large house, let alone in this ten-by-thirty-foot box.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti