to let go
01
放开, 释放
to release one's grip on something
Intransitive: to let go | to let go of sth
例子
He reluctantly let go of the balloon, watching it float away into the sky.
他不情愿地松开了气球，看着它飘向天空。
The child hesitated before finally letting go of the kite string.
孩子在最终松开风筝线之前犹豫了一下。
02
解雇, 开除
to dismiss someone from their job or employment, often due to poor performance or misconduct
Transitive: to let go an employee
例子
The manager decided to let her go due to repeated policy violations.
经理决定因屡次违反政策而让她走。
The employee was let go due to a series of policy violations.
该员工因一系列政策违规被解雇。
03
放松, 放手
to free oneself from tension or anxiety and be more relaxed instead
Intransitive
例子
Engaging in a favorite hobby can be a way to let go and unwind after a challenging day.
从事一项喜爱的爱好可以是在充满挑战的一天后释放压力并放松的一种方式。
Meditation helps individuals let go, finding inner calmness.
冥想帮助个人放下，找到内心的平静。
to let oneself go
01
to stop caring for one's physical appearance, hygiene, or mental well-being
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Idiom例子
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
Idiom例子
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.
