Letup
What it means
A pause or easing in something difficult, intense, or continuous.
Reach for it when marking welcome relief while acknowledging that the pressure may return
A letup in the wind gave the repair crew a safe hour on the roof.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
pause
Fits when activity stops briefly without implying improvement
Careful A pause may be scheduled or neutral, whereas letup usually feels welcome.
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warm
Fits when burden or distress has diminished
Careful Relief can be lasting and may describe a feeling rather than a change in conditions.
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warm
Fits when temporary rest from hardship restores strength
Careful Respite centers the people receiving relief rather than the force becoming weaker.
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professional
easing
Fits when intensity gradually decreases
Careful Easing suggests a trend, while a letup can be abrupt and temporary.
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formal
Fits when an expected penalty or ordeal is postponed
Careful Reprieve implies threatened harm or punishment, not ordinary workload.
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literary
Fits when quiet interrupts an active or turbulent period
Careful A lull can be deceptive and does not always bring relief.
Opposites 4
- intensification
- onslaught
- continuation
- surge
Common phrases 3
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brief letup
A brief letup allowed the medics to restock their supplies.
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no letup
There was no letup in demand, so a second support line opened.
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letup in pressure
The letup in pressure gave residents time to review the proposal.
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