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Phrasal verbs starting with "let"

11 phrasal verbs use this verb

let down
A2

To disappoint someone by failing to do what was expected, or to lower something gradually.

let in
A2

To allow someone or something to enter a place, or to allow light, water, or air to pass through.

let in on
B1

To share a secret, plan, or private information with someone.

let into
B1

To allow someone or something access into a specific place, situation, or piece of knowledge.

let off
B1

To excuse someone from punishment or a duty, or to fire or detonate something.

let on
B2

To reveal or admit something that you have been keeping secret, often unintentionally.

let one off
C1

(British slang, vulgar) To pass gas; to break wind.

let out
A2

To allow someone or something to exit, to make a sound suddenly, or to expand clothing at the seams.

let past
B1

To move aside or give permission so that someone or something can pass by.

let through
B1

To allow someone or something to pass through a barrier, checkpoint, or obstacle.

let up
B1

To become less intense, severe, or continuous; to stop or relax pressure.