to let go
Pronunciation
/lˈɛt ɡˈoʊ/
British pronunciation
/lˈɛt ɡˈəʊ/

Définition et signification de « let go » en anglais

to let go
01

lâcher, relâcher

to release one's grip on something
Intransitive: to let go | to let go of sth
to let go definition and meaning
example
Exemples
He reluctantly let go of the balloon, watching it float away into the sky.
Il a lâché prise à contrecœur sur le ballon, le regardant s'envoler dans le ciel.
The child hesitated before finally letting go of the kite string.
L'enfant hésita avant de finalement lâcher la ficelle du cerf-volant.
02

licencier, renvoyer

to dismiss someone from their job or employment, often due to poor performance or misconduct
Transitive: to let go an employee
to let go definition and meaning
example
Exemples
The manager decided to let her go due to repeated policy violations.
Le manager a décidé de laisser partir en raison de violations répétées de la politique.
The employee was let go due to a series of policy violations.
L'employé a été licencié en raison d'une série de violations de la politique.
03

se détendre, lâcher prise

to free oneself from tension or anxiety and be more relaxed instead
Intransitive
example
Exemples
Engaging in a favorite hobby can be a way to let go and unwind after a challenging day.
S'adonner à un passe-temps favori peut être un moyen de lâcher prise et de se détendre après une journée difficile.
Meditation helps individuals let go, finding inner calmness.
La méditation aide les individus à lâcher prise, trouvant ainsi une tranquillité intérieure.
to let oneself go
to let oneself go
01

to stop caring for one's physical appearance, hygiene, or mental well-being

to [let] {oneself} go definition and meaning
IdiomIdiom
example
Exemples
After losing her job, she began to let herself go and stopped exercising.
He let himself go during the stressful months, gaining weight and neglecting sleep.
02

to behave in a way one desires without worrying about other's opinions

IdiomIdiom
example
Exemples
She lets herself go and dances freely at the party, expressing her joy without concern for how others perceive her.
They let themselves go during the weekend getaway, enjoying leisurely activities, disconnecting from work, and prioritizing their relaxation.
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