as in allowable
that may be permitted
deployment overseas would be regarded as a permissible reason for late filing by members of the military
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Recent Examples of permissible
The message is precisely that discriminatory programs are permissible, which will invite lawsuits and liabilities instead of improving circumstances for minorities.
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Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
What’s more, golf is a sport famed for its adherence to tradition, and not all technological advances are permissible in competitions.
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Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
As the Supreme Court changes its views on what is permissible, new policies are injecting religion into the school day.
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Laura Meckler,
Washington Post,
4 June 2026
School is where some students learn that mercilessly rejecting others is not only permissible but also necessary, to eliminate competition.
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Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
What’s more, golf is a sport famed for its adherence to tradition, and not all technological advances are permissible in competitions.
—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
As the Supreme Court changes its views on what is permissible, new policies are injecting religion into the school day.
—
Laura Meckler,
Washington Post,
4 June 2026
School is where some students learn that mercilessly rejecting others is not only permissible but also necessary, to eliminate competition.
—
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for permissible
Adjective
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If enough assets exist, both the outstanding principal and any allowable accrued interest may be paid before remaining assets are distributed to heirs.
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The trucking company that Gonzalez-Companioni was driving for, Hope Trans LLC, has a history of drivers being repeatedly cited for exceeding the number of allowable hours on the road, the Star-Telegram previously reported.
Adjective
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Failure to prepare is preparing to fail, and that's not acceptable for Independence Day.
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Trump administration officials have repeatedly said a toll system would not be acceptable.
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“Permissible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permissible. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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