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allowed

Definition for allowed

adjective as in approved

adjective as in licensed

adjective as in permitted

adjective as in recognized

adjective as in sanctioned

adjective as in unrestricted

adjective as in warranted

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Anne Sacoolas was not drug tested and was allowed to leave the scene before flying back to the US under diplomatic immunity.

From BBC

Sonny Baker, who was making his T20 debut after a costly one-day international bow against South Africa this month, was the only exception as the 22-year-old allowed 52 runs without taking a wicket.

From BBC

It’s already been suggested over the weekend that, under some benevolent compromise, he may be allowed to return to the airwaves, lack of talent and all.

From Salon

The BBC understands a maximum of 20 children this year would come to the UK if dependents of Chevening scholars were to be allowed.

From BBC

Initially, both an X-ray and an MRI on Smith’s hand came back clean, which is why the Dodgers allowed him to return to action as soon as they did.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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