lets up Synonyms

lets up Meaning

lets up

cease, stop, a lessening of effort or force, to diminish or slow down, to slow down, a lessening of effort, activity, or intensity, to ease off, to become less severe, to come to a stop

lets up Sentence Examples

  1. As the storm raged, the wind briefly let up, offering a moment of respite.
  2. The rain let up, leaving behind a damp and steamy atmosphere.
  3. The pain in her leg let up slightly after she took the medication.
  4. The professor paused in his lecture, letting up on his monotonous voice.
  5. The pressure on the brake pedal let up as the car slowed to a stop.
  6. The crowds outside the concert hall let up at sunset, signaling the end of the performance.
  7. The weight on her shoulders let up when she confided in her friend.
  8. The grip on her hand let up gently, releasing her from his embrace.
  9. As the tide turned, the waves let up, allowing swimmers to venture further into the sea.
  10. The tension in the room let up as the arguments subsided and laughter replaced the hostility.

FAQs About the word lets up

cease, stop, a lessening of effort or force, to diminish or slow down, to slow down, a lessening of effort, activity, or intensity, to ease off, to become less

halts, concludes, expires, breaks off,stops, ends, passes, ceases, goes, dies

continues, persists, hangs on, extends,draws out,prolongs

As the storm raged, the wind briefly let up, offering a moment of respite.

The rain let up, leaving behind a damp and steamy atmosphere.

The pain in her leg let up slightly after she took the medication.

The professor paused in his lecture, letting up on his monotonous voice.