Zoeken
to allow
01
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to let someone or something do a particular thing
1.1
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to let someone or something enter or exit a particular place or go in a certain direction
Voorbeeld
The gatekeeper allowed the delivery truck inside the restricted area.
The security guard allowed the visitors into the building after checking their IDs.
The bouncer allowed only VIP guests into the exclusive club.
1.2
toelaten
to let someone have a particular thing
Voorbeeld
You're allowed a 15-minute break every two hours.
I allow myself a cup of coffee in the morning.
She allows her children one hour of TV each day.
The manager decided to allow the team extra time to complete the project.
1.3
toelaten
to let a particular thing take place or be done
Voorbeeld
Smoking is not allowed in this building.
Cell phone use is not allowed during the exam.
02
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to make a specific thing possible, particularly something useful or helpful
2.1
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to make sure one has a sufficient amount of something such as time, food, money, etc. available for a specific purpose
Voorbeeld
She allowed a few extra minutes in case of traffic.
Allow plenty of space in your suitcase for souvenirs.
I've allowed an hour for the meeting, but it might take longer.
We need to allow a budget of $1,000 for repairs.
03
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to acknowledge or accept the truth, validity, or correctness of something
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The park doesn't allow dogs, except for service animals.
The new policy allows employees to work remotely.
She allowed her children to play in the park.
The school policy does not allow students to use their phones during class.
The causeway allowed passage over the marshy terrain.
