let out

verb

let out; letting out; lets out

intransitive verb

: to conclude a session or performance
school let out in June

Examples of let out in a Sentence

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The junior left-hander, who is committed to TCU, celebrated just about every out with exuberance Tuesday, letting out loud screams and breaking out fist pumps after each strikeout. Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026 After Young’s strong words, Contreras let out a large sigh that echoed throug the courtoom. Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026 The county also noted that coyotes are smart enough to learn people's schedules — so if someone always walks or lets out their dog at a certain time, the coyotes will figure it out and be ready. Adam Harrington, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026 Vesia let out a yell and pointed toward the Dodgers' family section while getting a standing ovation from the crowd. Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for let out

Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of let out was in 1888

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“Let out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/let%20out. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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