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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"We've got teams standing by, we've got lawyers standing by, very focused on that. We don't want to let anyone down, we don't want to let anything slip away, and we've seen nothing."
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
“Because I didn’t really understand the connection, I focused on my heart, and then I kind of let my kidneys go by the wayside,” said Franklin.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
While John Palmer, senior advisor at conciliation service Acas says football fans should "let your employer know what your intentions are as soon as possible, to see what they can accommodate".
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“I feel like I let Chris down by not seeing the look in his eyes, or not hearing a tone in his voice—not being able to read it.”
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
I preferred to let music take me away to a deep, all-consuming state of slumber.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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