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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Stanko appeared to be speaking, turned toward the families of the victims, and then let out several quick breaths as his lips quivered. Jeffrey Collins, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025 Stanko appeared to be saying words, turned toward the families of the victims and then let out several quick breaths as his lips quivered. Arkansas Online, 14 June 2025 With hands cupped over mouths, researchers threw their heads back and let out their best imitation wolf howls. Clark Corbin, Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2025 The senior let out a roar in celebration as his teammates mobbed him at the dugout. Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 9 June 2025 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 19 Jun. 2025.

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