let her rip
Release all restraint
Let her rip means to release something at full force or begin an action with maximum energy.
The phrase suggests removing restraint and allowing machinery, vehicles, or effort to operate without holding back: Once the engine warmed up, he let her rip.
It extends to any vigorous start: We've got the materials ready—let her rip.
- go aheadPermission to begin
- full steam aheadComplete commitment to progress
- go for itEncouragement to attempt
- fire awayInvitation to begin asking
- unleashTo release from restraint
pedal to the metal · start · crank up · begin · rev up · proceed · all systems go · launch · activate · trigger · guns blazing · open up · accelerate · go wild · cut loose · break free · surge · intensify
let her riphold back
Prevent forward movement
restrain · rein in · hold your horses · put the brakes on · contain
let her ripproceed with caution
Continue while staying vigilant
tread carefully · play it safe · err on the side of caution · take it slow · take it easy
let her ripslow down
Reduce pace or speed
take your time · go slow · pump the brakes · crawl · creep