lemme
AmericanEtymology
Origin of lemme
A phonetic spelling representing the pronunciation of let me in continuous rapid speech
Example Sentences
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"Yooooo, lemme rap next time man, I'm ready!"
From Salon ● May 23, 2020
“OK, but lemme take a sip of water,” she told him, breathing hard.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2019
It’s an outgrowth of a culture that is both hyper-controlling and hyper-self-centered, but lemme stop before I go too far off on this rant.
From Slate ● Nov. 28, 2018
If anyone knows where it it, lemme know.
From BBC ● Feb. 21, 2018
“I didn’t do nothing, Leroy. Just go set and lemme get to supper.”
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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