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to let up
[phrase form: let]
01
to become less intense or strong
02
to reduce the amount of work or effort being expended
Example
The heavy rain let up after a few hours, giving way to sunny skies.
The demand for the new product let up after the initial hype, settling into a more steady pace.
The protesters' chants let up as the police arrived, creating a more subdued atmosphere.
The intensity of the earthquake let up after the initial tremors, causing less damage than initially feared.
The pain in my leg let up after I took the pain medication, allowing me to move more freely.
