let past
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To allow someone to pass or get past one.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
This guy is right up on my tail, so I will slow down to let him past.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “let past” mean?
To allow someone to pass or get past one.
Is “let past” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.