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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Please, please don’t let putting out catch on.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Glen Ger, 60, was more optimistic, saying the KMT would "let everyone know that public opinion isn't completely one-sided, so they can understand that people want peace".
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026
We’ve just tried to keep a growth mindset of it all and try to let every situation teach us.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
"I can't let that happen without knowing what the ultimate impact is going to be."
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
I’m about to explain it again, the way the doctor explained it to me, but Jen returns with our drinks, so I let it go.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
