let
Usage
What are other ways to say let?
The verb let is the familiar, conversational term for both allow and permit. Allow and permit are often interchangeable as terms that imply granting or conceding the right of someone to do something, but permit is the more positive of the two. Allow implies complete absence of an attempt, or even an intent, to hinder. Permit suggests formal or implied assent or authorization.
Example Sentences
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For the full Cho-Park experience, let everyone assemble their own taco.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
The previous owner had rented it as a holiday let and she continued to do so for a brief period.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
"They let me sneak little souvenirs from each set," she laughed.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
“In terms of trusting me, let me say this, I left my business 14 years ago, and anybody who cared about money would not have done it,” Steyer said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
Despite all the crazy of the last few months, everything I’ve been working for is finally within my grasp, and I’m not going to let anyone or anything get in my way of claiming it.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
