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let·up
 letup
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- pronunciation:
- let
uhp
[or]
let
uhp
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a stop, pause, or momentary relief.
a letup in the rain- synonyms:
- cease, cessation, lull, pause, slack, stop
- similar words:
- halt, interval, recess, respite, rest, standstill
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| definition 2: |
a pronounced decrease in intensity; abatement.
a letup in press criticism of the president- synonyms:
- abatement, fall-off, mitigation
- similar words:
- cessation, decrease, diminution, lull, moderation, reduction, slack, surcease
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| related words: |
cease, letdown |
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