lets slide
Doesn't call out
To let slide is to allow something to pass without comment, correction, or consequence.
You might let a minor insult slide rather than start an argument, or let slide a deadline that isn't critical.
The phrase suggests deliberate overlooking—choosing not to enforce standards or address problems: I'll let it slide this time, but don't make a habit of it.
- pardonOfficial release from punishment
- ignoreRefuse to notice
- excuseOffered reason for wrongdoing
- absolveRelease from guilt
- slipMinor error or misstep
overlook · condone · sled · tolerance · neglect · bypass · forgive · compromise · dismiss · evade · gloss over · brush it off · omit · exempt · indulge · disregard · sidestep · acceptance
lets slidepunishes
Inflicts consequences for wrongdoing
penalizes · disciplines · calls out · throws the book at · confronts
lets slidescrutinizes
Examines in close detail
nitpicks · holds to account · investigates · looks into · picks apart
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