Example sentences of "do [not/n't] let [pers pn] [vb infin] " in BNC.

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1 " Whatever you do do not let them take the book back without admitting that your name is in it . "
2 M and J always tidy up well , so did not let them do the washing/drying up .
3 We did not let them put us down easily .
4 and the furry monster was there and the church bells rang unceasingly , my muse was red with righteous anger , o my love , and her hound barked at the furry monster and her frankfurter but i did not let them see me for worshipping in silence is the artist 's choice , that is the way for growth .
5 We did not let him go upstairs , but one day Tabby found him on my bed .
6 Antony looked apologetic but Connon did not let him speak .
7 This was one of the voyages in which the men of science were in charge , in that the point of the expedition was scientific ; often there had been frustration among scientists on voyages because the captain 's instructions , or his interpretation of them , did not let him stay at interesting places as long as they would have liked , or put enough boats and crews at their disposal .
8 He did not let her go , and said hoarsely , ‘ Honoria Greville .
9 He did not let her go , but his grip on her slackened .
10 If they did not let her see him until they both appeared before the prince , what wild errors might he not commit in his insecurity ?
11 Carol did not let me have a key of my own .
12 even after his marriage , to mow the lawn ; it gave her so little enjoyment that Clara wondered why she did not let it go to seed .
13 Around this time he was a heavy drinker although , as a conscientious professional , he did not let it affect his game .
14 Deborah also doubted Sebastian , although she never let it show , or hoped she did not let it show .
15 He did , but did not let it interfere with his judgment .
16 Oh God oh God do not let me die .
17 God do not let me die .
18 Do not let me die .
19 Do not let me persuade you against your will , now .
20 Do not let me wince , Lucien prayed , wincing .
21 Do not let me discommode you none , Miz Scarlett , I 'm sure !
22 As a general advice , keep drills moving , do not let them drag .
23 When you tip the seed from the packet it is hard to believe that from almost every one a plant will arise , so do not let them fall too thickly into the soil .
24 Wrap mothballs in muslin and do not let them touch the textiles .
25 Pictures of him have been circulated to staff at Shorefield Country Park , near Lymington , Hants , with the warning : Do not let him compete .
26 And do not let him think he is to be parted from you forever Ellen for this would not be the truth .
27 Do not let him hear you do that , ’ Paul said to her .
28 Do not let him frighten you . ’
29 Do not let her win … ’
30 ‘ And do not let her turn around .
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