Let it all hang out
phrase
To behave in a relaxed or uninhibited way.
After a long week of work, John decided to let it all hang out and spent the weekend at the beach.
Often appears as...
- let it all hang out and relax
- let it all hang out at the party
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
phrase
To reveal one's true thoughts or feelings.
In the therapy session, he was encouraged to let it all hang out and share his deepest concerns.
Often appears as...
- let it all hang out in conversation
- let it all hang out in therapy
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
phrase
To show off, especially in a way that is meant to be impressive or outrageous.
For the fashion show, the designer decided to let it all hang out and created wildly extravagant outfits.
Often appears as...
- let it all hang out on the runway
- let it all hang out at the concert
Usage tips
Informal, Approving
Colloquial
phrase
To behave in a relaxed or uninhibited way.
After a long week of work, John decided to let it all hang out and spent the weekend at the beach.
Often appears as...
- let it all hang out and relax
- let it all hang out at the party
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
phrase
To reveal one's true thoughts or feelings.
In the therapy session, he was encouraged to let it all hang out and share his deepest concerns.
Often appears as...
- let it all hang out in conversation
- let it all hang out in therapy
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
phrase
To show off, especially in a way that is meant to be impressive or outrageous.
For the fashion show, the designer decided to let it all hang out and created wildly extravagant outfits.
Often appears as...
- let it all hang out on the runway
- let it all hang out at the concert
Usage tips
Informal, Approving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Relaxed Social Settings
Use this phrase in casual environments where being laid-back is appropriate.
The picnic is a chance to let it all hang out with friends.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Formality
Avoid this phrase in formal settings like business meetings or official ceremonies.
It's a casual get-together, not a banquet, so you can let it all hang out.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Misinterpretation
Some might misunderstand this phrase as being reckless or irresponsible.
He's not careless, just likes to let it all hang out at times.
Pro Tip 1/3Relaxed Social Settings
Use this phrase in casual environments where being laid-back is appropriate.
The picnic is a chance to let it all hang out with friends.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Formality
Avoid this phrase in formal settings like business meetings or official ceremonies.
It's a casual get-together, not a banquet, so you can let it all hang out.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Misinterpretation
Some might misunderstand this phrase as being reckless or irresponsible.
He's not careless, just likes to let it all hang out at times.
Pro Tip 1/3Relaxed Social Settings
Use this phrase in casual environments where being laid-back is appropriate.
The picnic is a chance to let it all hang out with friends.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Formality
Avoid this phrase in formal settings like business meetings or official ceremonies.
It's a casual get-together, not a banquet, so you can let it all hang out.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Misinterpretation
Some might misunderstand this phrase as being reckless or irresponsible.
He's not careless, just likes to let it all hang out at times.
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