allowing

Example Sentences

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MYC-driven cancers appear able to rapidly repair the DNA damage caused by treatment, allowing them to endure therapies that would normally destroy tumor cells.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

There was, therefore, nothing to delay the announcement once the match was over, allowing attention to turn to the future.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

By keeping the population of mid-level predators in check, they help protect resources lower down on the food chain — allowing vegetation, streamside habitat and other wildlife species to thrive.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Advocates for ethanol blended gasoline got a long-awaited win in the House, but a bill allowing year-round sale faces a murky future in the Senate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

She walked quickly toward him, but he lowered his hands to deflect her hug, only allowing her to get a side squeeze in.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste