let oneself go
The phrase "let oneself go" is commonly used to describe either a state of relaxation or a decline in personal care.
Definition
B2General
(informal)To relax and enjoy an activity without holding back.
Example
- She loves to dance and just let herself go at parties.
B2Appearance
(informal)To stop caring about one's appearance or grooming.
Example
- After the breakup, he really let himself go and stopped shaving.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "let oneself go":
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