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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Visceral sounds of gyaaaaaaa (ギャアアアアア) convey squealing tires, while turbo blow-off valves let out a sweet doa (ドア). Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026 That may be due in part to the fact that people are more likely to contact the authorities over a loose dog, while a roaming cat is often let out intentionally. Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026 Nine minutes after Son let out a scream and pumped his fist in celebration, the 20-year-old Martínez doubled the lead. Josh Gross, Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026 Suddenly the gobbler peeked out from behind the tree, let out a loud pert, and ran back over the ridge. Bruce Brady, Outdoor Life, 8 Apr. 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 20 Apr. 2026.

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