LET ON (ABOUT) Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

let on (about)

verb

Definition of let on (about)

as in to reveal

to make known (as information previously kept secret) we agreed not to let on about our marriage plans to anyone

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If a soil test reveals a lack of nutrients, add a slow-release granular fertilizer to fuel your garlic’s growth.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2026
A little space could reveal what actually needs fixing and what simply needs to settle.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of reveal

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In this case, OpenAI knew about the incident but did not disclose it for weeks.

— Emily Forlini, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026
Forty-one percent of the 110 brands assessed in Clean Clothes Campaign’s latest Fashion Checker update disclosed supply chain facility data.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of disclose

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Anyone checking on court appointments for the day in California superior or appellate courts or the California Supreme Court may have been surprised to discover the court system is closed for a state holiday.

— Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Cage solved my next problem by insisting that the way to discover new things is to overcome our dependence on our likes and dislikes, those supposed pillars of criticism.

— Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of discover

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When Arisa proclaims herself a Faithful, Michael looks hilariously stunned, and Alan tells them to weep for the fall of innocence and the failure of justice.

— Alice Burton, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026
Hawaii officials told residents to put together emergency kits and the governor issued an emergency proclamation, activating more than 230 Hawaii National Guard members.

— MEGAN JANETSKY, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026

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