be allowed

Example Sentences

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Instead, Kennedy suggested that some people shouldn’t be allowed to “take from the pool” because of personal choices that lead to bad health outcomes.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Because it was blocked, it can be allowed to stand and becomes a subjective judgement of the handball offence.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Earlier at the temple, US and Chinese officials had clashed over whether a US Secret Service agent should be allowed to bring his weapon into the complex.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

And they could not be allowed to recognize humans, as this would hinder their development of survival skills.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

“And, of course,” he added, “you won’t be allowed near a computer.”

From "City Spies" by James Ponti