let it happen
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He can still feel himself on the mound, gripping the ball just a little too tightly—and he vowed not to let it happen again.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2026
The jury accepted the prosecution case that Wilson knew "exactly what was coming" and was prepared to let it happen.
From BBC ● May 14, 2026
So rather than worry about the weakness in Berkshire’s stock, investors should just let it happen — and be thankful.
From MarketWatch ● May 1, 2026
“When he starts attacking me, he starts attacking my deputies, my profession, I’m not gonna let it happen anymore.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026
“Look at you—look what they’ve done to you. Skies. If your father was alive and knew I let this happen— "You didn't let it happen."
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
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