English Synonym Finder

let go

Definitions

To release one's grip or hold on something or someone.

To stop thinking about or being affected by an emotion, memory, or situation.

To dismiss or terminate someone from their employment.

Examples

It is time to let go of the past and focus on your future.

She finally decided to let go of the rope once the boat reached the dock.

Synonyms

release relinquish discharge dismiss abandon surrender unhand

Antonyms

hold retain keep grasp clutch maintain cling