permitted

Example Sentences

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That it is, but it is also about the society that permitted gladiatorial combat—more than permitted it, enjoyed it as entertainment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Some churches around the Anglican world have long permitted women bishops, with the first appointed in the United States in 1989.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

DOJ officials have said they have released all of their files other than certain items permitted to be exempt.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

That guy wasn’t a permitted camper, insisted Gil.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Unfortunately, the Olympic rules state that only the top two qualifiers from any country are permitted to participate.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles