allowance

Example Sentences

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Under the wear and tear allowance, they have been able to reduce their amount of taxable income by 10% to cover the effects.

From BBC

When you make allowances for paying less payroll and income tax, finally get rid of your mortgage and reduce your day-to-day traveling expenses, you will hopefully cut at least 20% each month.

From MarketWatch

Football Association rules state that "all items of jewellery are forbidden and must be removed", with no allowances made.

From BBC

On Sunday, the government announced a monthly allowance for every citizen to alleviate economic pressure, equivalent to around 3.5 percent of the average monthly wage.

From Barron's

Along with 10 other recommendations, the report has called for an increase in both personal allowances and tax thresholds in and attempt to "stimulate the economy" during the ongoing cost of living crisis.

From BBC