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LET UP

(verb)
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There are 2 meanings of the phrase Let Up.

Let Up - as a verb

Become less in amount or intensity

Example: "The storm abated"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abate7die awayslack11slack off

Reduce pressure or intensity

Example: "He eased off the gas pedal and the car slowed down"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ease offease up

Example Sentences

"I begged him to let up on his criticism, but he continued to berate me."
"The rain didn't let up all day, causing massive flooding in the city."
"Please let up on the pressure and give me some time to think."
"My boss never seems to let up on her demands; she's always expecting more."
"Once the pain medication kicked in, his headache finally let up."
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