let off
to stop bothering or annoying someone
Example
The teacher finally let off the students after they finished their tests.
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Understand each item before testing yourself. Choose honestly whether it already feels familiar or needs practice.
to stop bothering or annoying someone
Example
The teacher finally let off the students after they finished their tests.
Practise these common expressions in precise discussions of enforcement, negotiation, and consequences.
to stop bothering or annoying someone
The teacher finally let off the students after they finished their tests.
To rely on or trust someone or something to provide support or assistance.
In this project, we can count on John's expertise to help us succeed.
to resist or struggle against
The bird fought off its predator by pecking at it aggressively.
to reject or refuse entry
The bouncer had to turn away those without proper identification.
to be at a disadvantage or fail to gain an advantage
The word 'lose out' means to miss an opportunity or advantage, or to be disadvantaged or suffer a loss as a result of something.
Fall through
The term 'fall through' is used to describe a situation where something does not go as planned or intended.
To begin or start, especially a game, event, or activity.
The football match will kick off at 3:00 PM.
To terminate someone's employment; to dismiss or make someone redundant.
Due to financial constraints, the company had to lay off several employees.
to take strong action to control or put an end to something
The government decided to crack down on corruption in the country.
to discuss or work through something, often in order to reach an agreement or come to a solution. It can also mean to clarify or resolve an issue by discussing it at length.
The two colleagues needed to hash out their differences before they could continue working together effectively.