permitted

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In one case, this bloc overturned precedent that permitted lawsuits against corporations for human rights abuses.

From Slate • Jun. 24, 2026

The rest stemmed from Babeau’s decision to contribute $7 million to his pension, as permitted in Switzerland where he is employed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

Currently, students 13 and older are permitted to use the technology, but parents want to stop its use entirely while the district’s AI committee creates new guidelines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

But both were permitted to play domestic cricket, with Stokes turning out for Durham and Atkinson for Surrey in the first two days of matches that began on Friday.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

The children fell asleep as soon as they were settled in a comfortable spot, but Penelope and Simon were not permitted to leave either.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood