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let in

British  

verb

  1. to allow to enter

  2. to involve (oneself or another) in (something more than is expected)

    he let himself in for a lot of extra work

  3. to allow (someone) to know about or participate in

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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

Only Nottingham Forest have let in more among Premier League clubs.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2025

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

Pizza Hut was so popular on opening day that the doors had to be locked in between seatings, with customers let in and out a few at a time.

From Slate • Nov. 13, 2025

When my mom was done explaining how she just really wanted to be let in, Dr. Legs turned to my dad.

From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin

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