Pronunciation: /lɛt ʌp/
noun a period of reduced intensity or pace, as in a storm or activity
A1 The rain did not let up all day.
A2 I hope the traffic lets up soon so we can get to the party on time.
B1 The teacher didn't let up on the students until they all understood the lesson.
B2 The pressure at work never seems to let up, even on weekends.
C1 Despite the challenges, she never let up in her pursuit of excellence.
C2 The team's determination to win never let up, even in the face of defeat.
verb to diminish in intensity or pace
A1 The rain didn't let up all day.
A2 I hope the traffic lets up soon so we can get to the party on time.
B1 The boss finally let up on the strict deadlines after seeing how stressed everyone was.
B2 I wish my workload would let up so I could have some free time.
C1 The pressure to perform at work never seems to let up, but I thrive on the challenge.
C2 Despite the constant criticism, she never let up in her pursuit of excellence.
adverb in a less intense or slower manner
A1 Please let up on the pressure, I'm trying my best.
A2 The rain doesn't seem to be letting up anytime soon.
B1 I wish my workload would let up so I could relax a bit.
B2 The traffic finally let up after hours of being stuck on the highway.
C1 The storm showed no signs of letting up, causing widespread damage.
C2 Despite the intense competition, she didn't let up and eventually achieved her goal.
formal The rain showed no sign of letting up as the storm continued to rage on.
informal I wish this traffic would let up so we can get to the concert on time.
slang I hope my boss lets up on me for being late to work again.
figurative Her criticism never seems to let up, no matter how hard I try.
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