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Discover LudwigThe phrase "and was let" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where someone was allowed or permitted to do something, often following a description of an event or action.
Example: "He arrived late to the meeting and was let in despite the strict rules about punctuality."
Alternatives: "and was allowed" or "and was permitted".
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George spent two seasons in Oakland and was let go.
On the day of his arrest, he posted $2,000 bail and was let go.
I voted for Bush twice and was let down in the second term.
I kept getting my hopes up and was let down every single time".
John Fox just finished his fourth nonwinning season in five years in Carolina and was let go.
In fairness to Martin Atkinson he is one of the better referees and was let down by his assistants".
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TEM grids (Ted Pella Inc., Redding, CA) were submerged in the solution and were let to dry.
Reading look tired and are letting Arsenal dominate the ball.
"And he was letting me hear it".
And I was letting her touch it.
And now I was letting it go.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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