let through
To allow someone or something to go through a gate, door, or crowd.
Meanings
To allow a person or vehicle to pass through a controlled point such as a gate, border, or security barrier.
"The border guard checked our passports and then let us through."
To allow legislation, a proposal, or a decision to pass through an approval process.
"The committee let the amendment through without much debate."
(Sport) To fail to stop the ball, allowing it to pass into the net or past a defensive line.
"The goalkeeper let the shot through his legs and into the net."
Often used in contexts involving security, border control, crowds, or legislation passing through parliament. Also used in sports for a goalkeeper or defender allowing a shot through. The object can come between 'let' and 'through'.
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