allowing that

Example Sentences

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"I felt helpless — sad and also angry about the system that is allowing that to happen," he said quietly.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

I would sell the house before allowing that.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

With more vertical mixing in the Southern Ocean, deep waters that had stored carbon for long periods were brought closer to the surface, allowing that carbon to escape into the atmosphere.

From Science Daily • Dec. 2, 2025

“I think that listening and allowing that knowledge to be practiced is really the key to the future of wildfire.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2025

He shrugged, allowing that, and we both laughed in whispers.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer