Let something ride Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Accepting Outcome Used when someone decides not to intervene, accepting the current result or situation. Despite the backlash, he let the verdict ride. Pro Tip 2/3Non-confrontational Indicates a choice to avoid confrontation or dispute, even if there's disagreement. She didn't agree, but chose to let the decision ride. Pro Tip 3/3Patience Connotation Suggests patience or willingness to see if things improve without interference. The team's performance was poor, but the coach let it ride.