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Meaning of let something ride | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To opt to have winnings staked as another wager, typically on the same outcome, rather than paid out.
transitive
To decline to exit an investment position in expectation of continued (as opposed to new) growth.
informal, transitive
To let something go, allow it to continue, or take no immediate action over it.
figuratively, informal, transitive

Examples

“Near-synonym: let something slide”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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See also

let something slip let the buyer beware let the cat out let the cat out of the bag let the chips fall where they may let the devil out

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