Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To allow someone to do something or to permit an event to happen.
Let
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Examples:
Why are you letting me do all the talking?
He lets his thought sit for a moment.
Let's observe a moment of silence in their honor."
Etymology:
The word let originates from Old English lǣtan, from Proto-Germanic *lētaną, meaning to allow, release. It is related to Old Norse láta, Gothic lētan, Dutch laten, and German lassen.
Usage Statistics:
786 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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