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| let know |
| 1. v. (with two objects) To inform (someone) (of something). |
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| I sent an e-mail to let John know what we found. |
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| Let me know when you are arriving. |
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| "I'm not sure which flight I'll be taking." / "Well, as soon as you find out, let me know.". |
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| He let her know about his plans. |
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| If anyone has seen him, let us know of his whereabouts. |
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| Analysis |
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| let |
| 1. v. To allow to, not to prevent (+ infinitive, but usually without to). |
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| After he knocked for hours, I decided to let him come in. |
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| 2. v. To leave. |
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| Let me alone! |
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| 3. v. To allow the release of (a fluid). |
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| know |
| 1. v. To perceive the truth or factuality of; to be certain of or that. |
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| I know that I’m right and you’re wrong. |
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| He knew something terrible was going to happen. |
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| 2. v. To be aware of; to be cognizant of. |
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| Did you know Michelle and Jack were getting divorced? ― Yes, I knew. |
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