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as in allowed
to give permission for or to approve of
the school won't permit such an activity on its grounds
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as in let
to give permission to
you are not permitted to swim at the town pond without a season pass
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as in enabled
to make able or possible
we'll have our picnic on Thursday, weather permitting
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as in tolerated
to fail to prevent (some behavior on someone's part) especially from neglect or indifference
the college permits way too much drinking, in my opinion
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Recent Examples of permitted
Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
But if an establishment’s old rectangular signs were small and discreet enough, as most gay bars’ were at the time, then they were permitted to survive the transition.
—Anton Hur, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
In May, Jeff spoke out again after it was confirmed that Anthony would be allowed to graduate high school but was not permitted to attend any activities or ceremonies.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
The judge, who is presiding at the trial in the 296th District Court in Collin County, denied a defense request for the jury to be permitted to consider criminally negligent homicide, but jurors were instructed to consider manslaughter, a reckless killing.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Today the Food and Drug Administration added bemotrizinol, an effective chemical filter that’s been used in sunscreens made in Asia and Europe for decades, to its list of permitted active ingredients in over-the-counter sunscreens.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 9 June 2026
In 2018, just six months after women were legally permitted to drive in Saudi Arabia, the Emirati driver became the first woman of Arab descent to participate in a Formula E test in Ad Diriyah.
—Tashan Reed, Time, 9 June 2026
Helix and Covina coaches said Pacheco and Torres were not permitted to be interviewed.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
Cleveland starter Joey Cantillo permitted four runs and six hits in four innings.
—Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Verb
Detmers permitted only one hit over seven innings.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
But if an establishment’s old rectangular signs were small and discreet enough, as most gay bars’ were at the time, then they were permitted to survive the transition.
—Anton Hur, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
In May, Jeff spoke out again after it was confirmed that Anthony would be allowed to graduate high school but was not permitted to attend any activities or ceremonies.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
The judge, who is presiding at the trial in the 296th District Court in Collin County, denied a defense request for the jury to be permitted to consider criminally negligent homicide, but jurors were instructed to consider manslaughter, a reckless killing.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Today the Food and Drug Administration added bemotrizinol, an effective chemical filter that’s been used in sunscreens made in Asia and Europe for decades, to its list of permitted active ingredients in over-the-counter sunscreens.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 9 June 2026
In 2018, just six months after women were legally permitted to drive in Saudi Arabia, the Emirati driver became the first woman of Arab descent to participate in a Formula E test in Ad Diriyah.
—Tashan Reed, Time, 9 June 2026
Helix and Covina coaches said Pacheco and Torres were not permitted to be interviewed.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
Cleveland starter Joey Cantillo permitted four runs and six hits in four innings.
—Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for permitted
Adjective
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Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers, including convenience stores, gas stations and grocery stores.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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They are not designed as retail sales floors, but as brand immersion experiences with expert consultants serving as guides to inspire and educate potential customers before being referred to an authorized dealer.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Then, around 15,000 years ago, during a period of global cooling, the emergence of the Bering Land Bridge allowed elk to cross from eastern Siberia into westernmost Alaska, and eventually, into the rest of its historic North American range.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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However, public fossil collecting at the park is not allowed.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
Verb
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This investment needs to be enabled via structural changes to the financial system.—
Nina Seega,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Due to Climate Change Rising temperatures and resilient grapes have enabled Denmark and Sweden to produce unique wines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The Christian religion was only tolerated in the communist dictatorship, and other religious sects were forbidden.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Upon resuming the meeting, Breadon didn’t directly address the arrests, but said no further interruptions would be tolerated, per Council rules.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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The establishment was ordered closed until a licensed pest service could treat the premises and cleaning and sanitization could take place.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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Consult with a licensed legal or tax professional for advice concerning your specific situation.—
Anatoly Iofe,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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The endorsed candidate receives direct backing from the party.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
2 June 2026
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Blake ran in the Democratic primary for mayor and cross-endorsed Mamdani.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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If dangerous logistics and supply runs can be achieved using cheap autonomous electric vehicles, the costs of losses become more acceptable.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
7 June 2026
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Part of their effort is to re-induct it into the union of acceptable drinks.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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Mejia, a 35-year-old certified public accountant associated with the Green Party, won the most votes of any controller candidate in city history in 2022 despite running against a then-sitting council member.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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There are dozens of certified Welcoming America cities, but not all are on the federal government's sanctuary city list.—
Kaitlyn McCormick,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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“Permitted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permitted. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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