Definitie

"To let down" means to disappoint someone by failing to meet their expectations or by not supporting them when needed. It often implies causing feelings of sadness or loss of trust, as in the phrase 'They let down their team,' meaning they failed to perform or support effectively.

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Etymologie

The phrase "to let down" originates from the verb 'let,' meaning to allow or permit, combined with 'down,' indicating a downward movement or lowering. Historically, it was used literally, such as lowering something physically, but over time it evolved to figuratively mean causing disappointment or failing to uphold responsibilities.

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