Phrase guide

let something ride

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To opt to have winnings staked as another wager, typically on the same outcome, rather than paid out.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Topics: gambling, games

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To decline to exit an investment position in expectation of continued (as opposed to new) growth.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, transitive

Topics: business, finance

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To let something go, allow it to continue, or take no immediate action over it.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively, informal, transitive

Examples

  • Near-synonym: let something slide

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: let slide

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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