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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I’m just gonna let people check it out for themselves.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
In an interview with biographer Michael D’Antonio, Trump let slip that one of his favorite songs of all time was a schmaltzy piano ballad recorded by the late, great Peggy Lee.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
Either that, or just sit back and enjoy the World Cup, let football be the winner – and just hope that there's no need to try and work out who to back in 2030.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Perpetual futures let traders bet on an asset’s price without owning it.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
If the person hears us approaching, they do not let on.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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