Sentence examples for was let from inspiring English sources

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The phrase "was let" is correct and usable in written English
It is typically used in the passive voice to indicate that someone was allowed or permitted to do something. Example: "He was let into the exclusive club after meeting the requirements."

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was let

verb

To allow to, not to prevent (+ infinitive, but usually without ).

After he knocked for hours, I decided to let him come in.

synonyms

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The staff was let go.

The New Yorker

Then he was let go.

The New Yorker

No one was let down.

The New York Times - Sports

"All hell was let loose.

The Guardian

But he was let go.

The New Yorker

She was let go in June.

The New York Times - Sports

The theme was, "Let him eat cake".

The New York Times

Where Grandma was, let Anna Mary be.

The New Yorker

In 2002, Mr. Cesarelli was let go.

The New York Times

I was let go not long after.

The New York Times

Hayman was let off with a caution.

Independent

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was authorized

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