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as in permits
to give permission for or to approve of
flash photography is not allowed inside the church
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as in lets
to give permission to
a boarding school that does not allow students to go on weekend trips without written permission
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as in tolerates
to fail to prevent (some behavior on someone's part) especially from neglect or indifference
only a lazy gardener would allow the weeds to grow that high
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as in admits
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
I'll allow I probably said more than I should have
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as in allots
to give as a share or portion
allowed each camper one match to light his fire
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as in enables
to make able or possible
a patient's canceled appointment allowed the doctor to squeeze in a few extra phone calls
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as in reflects
to make a statement of one's opinion
he allowed that their new house looked very nice
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as in believes
chiefly Southern & Midland
to have as an opinion
people in these parts allow that everyone is entitled to one mistake in life, even if it's a doozy
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as in intends
chiefly Southern & Midland
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I allow to go hunting before the season is over
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Recent Examples of allows
The tax credit program allows qualifying counties to vote on capping annual property tax increases for residents.
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Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
In simple terms, the system allows the aircraft to maneuver using airflow rather than mechanical parts.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
Aside from the current case, Alvarado has two open misdemeanor cases, which were being addressed through a mental health diversion approach that allows defendants to undergo treatment in lieu of prosecution.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Spring fishing allows anglers of all levels the opportunity to spot and catch fish with ease, according to FishTahoe.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
april 3, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2026
The guide allows voters to compare candidates side by side, particularly in contests in which information is often scarce, and build a personalized ballot based on their home address.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Apr. 2026
Mercedes allows owners of its EVs to subscribe to additional horsepower, paying a monthly or annual fee.
—Sean Tucker, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
This allows the company to sidestep a host of state gambling restrictions.
—Kelli María Korducki, thehustle.co, 3 Apr. 2026
McConnell wrote that his final judgment allows the United States to start to use the Federal Debt Collection Procedure to collect the payment.
—Jack Perry, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
In simple terms, the system allows the aircraft to maneuver using airflow rather than mechanical parts.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
Aside from the current case, Alvarado has two open misdemeanor cases, which were being addressed through a mental health diversion approach that allows defendants to undergo treatment in lieu of prosecution.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Spring fishing allows anglers of all levels the opportunity to spot and catch fish with ease, according to FishTahoe.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
april 3, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2026
The guide allows voters to compare candidates side by side, particularly in contests in which information is often scarce, and build a personalized ballot based on their home address.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Apr. 2026
Mercedes allows owners of its EVs to subscribe to additional horsepower, paying a monthly or annual fee.
—Sean Tucker, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
This allows the company to sidestep a host of state gambling restrictions.
—Kelli María Korducki, thehustle.co, 3 Apr. 2026
McConnell wrote that his final judgment allows the United States to start to use the Federal Debt Collection Procedure to collect the payment.
—Jack Perry, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allows
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Residency permits, even for those with long-term Golden Visas, are reportedly being revoked without notice.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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That policy was rescinded by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Todd Lyons last year, although the agency still permits its personnel to take military service into consideration.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2026
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The signage lets viewers know it is made from silk chiffon and embroidered with bugle beads.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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In Hammond, a bridge at Wolf Lake lets bike riders and pedestrians safely cross the roadway.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Broccoli tolerates partial shade, and shade can actually improve quality.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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Broccoli tolerates partial shade, and shade can actually improve its quality.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Apr. 2026
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Continue reading … SPIRITUAL STRUGGLE — Savannah Guthrie admits disappointment with God in Easter message.—
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FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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That said, Smith also admits that the torpedo bat's shape and corresponding swing weight could be making the bat feel easier to swing, which could in turn improve batting average rather than acting as a power tool blasting home runs out of the park.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Apr. 2026
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When a team allots minutes to so many young players simultaneously, lapses in concentration and on-court mistakes are bound to happen.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The idea is that if a firm is trying to certify an event contract that simply enables speculation — without otherwise serving the public interest — regulators will step in.—
Kelli María Korducki,
thehustle.co,
3 Apr. 2026
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The technology also enables digital evaluation, allowing results to be stored, analyzed, or shared instantly.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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The name reflects both the building’s layered history and the couple’s own story, one that unfolded across cities and time.—
Evan Moore
April 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Their return also reflects Paradigm’s broader momentum, as the agency continues to attract top-tier talent and leadership across multiple divisions.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2026
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Guerrero believes her sister wasn’t much better off at Villa Serena I than in her untended home.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Designer and licensed residential contractor Judy Riddell believes downsizing can also be quite freeing for homeowners.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Allows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allows. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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