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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"But there has to be some accountability to fix those things, we can't let those little moments slip in a game. It's costly," he added.
From Barron's
Unlike Warren, Inder doesn't own the land where the solar panels are installed, but the landowners let him use it for free.
From Barron's
Sophomore Sho Evans of Cleveland High missed a potential game-winning shot at the end of regulation, but he did not let that reduce his confidence.
From Los Angeles Times
That only about 2% of high school athletes go on to play at a Division 1 college, let alone sign big NIL deals, hasn’t dissuaded many families.
Bayern played before chasers Dortmund and Kane's double helped the league leaders grab control of the match and run out to a 3-0 lead before mistakes let Frankfurt score two late goals.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
