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permissible

[per-mis-uh-buhl] / pərˈmɪs ə bəl /


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The National Mining Association, the main lobbying group for mining firms in the United States, told AFP it "absolutely supports" the new lower permissible silica exposure limit.

From Barron's Aug. 21, 2026

Let’s not go any further without addressing the underlying question: How much downtime is permissible during the workday?

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 20, 2026

“Halal,” meaning permissible under Islamic law, is a designation most typically associated with procedures for animal slaughter and with the absence of pork or alcohol in consumable products.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

The legislation means parties can only accept money from a permissible donor.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

It’s perfectly permissible for Jupiter and Courtney to do the same.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone




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