letup

noun

let·up | \ˈlet-ˌəp

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Definition of letup

(Entry 1 of 2)

: a lessening of effort, activity, or intensity

let up

verb

Definition of let up (Entry 2 of 2)

intransitive verb

1a : to diminish or slow down : slacken

b : cease, stop

2 : to become less severe —used with on

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Examples of letup in a Sentence

Noun

the downpour continued for hours without letup

Verb

the rain let up just as we reached the house the windmill slowed down as the wind let up

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

The administration has said there would be no letup in the sanctions while the nuclear issue remains unresolved. — New York Times, "Trump Cites ‘Great Progress’ in North Korea Nuclear Talks," 12 July 2018 However, the president’s sanctions are working and there should be no letup between now and a possible May meeting. — Gerard Baker, WSJ, "The 10-Point.," 12 Mar. 2018 All these panicked people combined to produce the Trump-Russia collusion narrative, which has obsessed Washington without letup for more than a year. — Daniel Henninger, WSJ, "Yes, Shut Down Mueller," 21 Mar. 2018 Kalmar’s emphasis on rhythmic bite within propulsive speeds allowed for no letup in dramatic intensity, and in fact the element of danger added an extra shot of adrenalin to a genuinely exciting performance. — John Von Rhein, chicagotribune.com, "Grant Park Music Festival opens with a choral blockbuster under friendly skies," 14 June 2018 Not a chance, for there is no letup in Thomas, not with his high-octane swing or his enthusiastic approach to the next challenge. — Steve Dimeglio, USA TODAY, "Justin Thomas already 'on to the next one' after Honda Classic victory," 27 Feb. 2018 In the meantime, there has been no letup in the classroom or lab. — Ken Goe, OregonLive.com, "Oregon Ducks senior Sam Prakel is all business, on the track and in the classroom," 24 Feb. 2018 Collison's left knee has bothered him off and on all season, and there is not much letup in the NBA schedule. — Clifton Brown, Indianapolis Star, "Victor Oladipo scores career-high as Pacers overcome 19-point deficit in win vs. Nuggets," 10 Dec. 2017 While broadcast ratings continue to lag, there appears to be no letup in streaming for NFL games. — A.j. Perez, USA TODAY, "Gains in streaming audience offer hope for flagging NFL ratings," 18 Oct. 2017

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let well enough alone

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letup

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English Language Learners Definition of letup

: a time during which something stops or slows down

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