letting

Example Sentences

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And there’s no evidence of it letting up.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Foul calls have been up so far this season, with officials focused on freedom of movement or letting offensive players move without being knocked away from the ball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Within a few minutes, we’d hear the soft bubbling of everything cooking together, followed by a shrill whistle, letting us know that it was time to eat.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

While many everyday fans turn to StubHub and Ticketmaster, firms like India’s often rely on ticket brokers with an extensive network of contacts, from season-ticket holders to Wall Street honchos, letting them secure seats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“You don’t think that the point is that you are here in Washington, blocks from your family, but you are letting them think you’re still across an ocean?”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse