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to let go
01
loslaten, vrijgeven
to release one's grip on something
Intransitive: to let go | to let go of sth
Example
He reluctantly let go of the balloon, watching it float away into the sky.
Hij liet met tegenzin de ballon los, terwijl hij hem weg zag drijven in de lucht.
The child hesitated before finally letting go of the kite string.
Het kind aarzelde voordat het eindelijk de vliegerdraad losliet.
02
ontslaan, loslaten
to dismiss someone from their job or employment, often due to poor performance or misconduct
Transitive: to let go an employee
Example
The manager decided to let her go due to repeated policy violations.
De manager besloot haar te laten gaan vanwege herhaalde beleidsovertredingen.
The employee was let go due to a series of policy violations.
De werknemer werd ontslagen vanwege een reeks beleidsovertredingen.
03
ontspannen, loslaten
to free oneself from tension or anxiety and be more relaxed instead
Intransitive
Example
Engaging in a favorite hobby can be a way to let go and unwind after a challenging day.
Je bezighouden met een favoriete hobby kan een manier zijn om los te laten en te ontspannen na een uitdagende dag.
Meditation helps individuals let go, finding inner calmness.
Meditatie helpt individuen om los te laten, innerlijke rust te vinden.
to let oneself go
01
to stop caring for one's physical or mental health
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IdiomExample
He let himself go for a while, neglecting his physical health and not taking care of his nutritional needs, but he eventually realized the importance of self-care.
She is letting herself go by neglecting her exercise routine and indulging in unhealthy eating habits, which is affecting her overall well-being.
02
to behave in a way one desires without worrying about other's opinions
IdiomExample
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.
