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Idiom: Let On

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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see let,‎ on.

Example: "The bus is full now. I can't let any more people on."

to reveal or indicate, especially unintentionally or against one's wishes

Example: "I tried not to let on that I had already guessed the answer."

Example: "He's more self-centered than he lets on."

Example Sentences

1
I didn't let on that I knew about the surprise party.
2
He tried to let on that he wasn't bothered by the criticism.
3
She let on that she didn't enjoy the movie, but I think she actually did.
4
We didn't let on to the boss that we weren't really working on the project.
5
They let on that they were leaving early, but they secretly stayed until the end.

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