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allowed

[uh-loud] / əˈlaʊd /






ADJECTIVE
licensed
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Antonyms
STRONGEST








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But it raises questions, considering the background, about how Fifa allowed it to get to this stage.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“If this fight is allowed to proceed, it will be only the beginning, and our national monuments will become little more than branding opportunities for the rich and well-connected. We plan to stop that.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

“CENTCOM forces have disabled seven non-compliant vessels, redirected 134 ships that complied, and allowed 42 vessels supporting humanitarian aid to pass since initiating the blockade on April 13,” U.S.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Among the questions she’s asking herself: “Am I allowed to like Megyn Kelly now?”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

As part of a séance at the Taylors’ in June 1871, Benjamin Franklin’s spirit suggested Kate be allowed to travel to London.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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