let in
Britishverb
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to allow to enter
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to involve (oneself or another) in (something more than is expected)
he let himself in for a lot of extra work
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to allow (someone) to know about or participate in
Example Sentences
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Workers typically don’t have the technical depth to understand the cyber, data and other exposures their agents introduce or which bad actors they let in through the front door, said T.J.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
But L.A.’s most cherished landmarks belong to us and us alone, a secret you’re let in on if you live here long enough and pay attention.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Squinting through the squall offered Rosenior an alarming view as Malo Gusto's misjudgement let in Gabriel Martinelli before the Chelsea defender scrambled back to block the shot.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
Arsenal have conceded just seven goals in 13 games in the Premier League, but City have let in more than double that with 16 in just 14 games.
From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025
Then Saturday morning rolled around, and we found ourselves shivering on Cletus Underwood’s front porch, knocking to be let in.
From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant
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