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leeway

[lee-wey] / ˈliˌweɪ /


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In the debate, Jones also said he may have inadvertently given Lord Mandelson too much leeway and offered an apology, including to Epstein victim Lisa Phillips.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

A separate raft of duties, tied to section 301 tariff rules that give the government tremendous leeway, are expected over the coming weeks.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

In practice, reformers say, bail amounts have largely been set by vibes, with judges given broad leeway to use discretion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

It left states leeway to define who is intellectually disabled but did clarify that an individual with an IQ under 70 is generally going to qualify.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

In only one area did he allow them some amount of leeway, and that was in religion.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman




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