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We may get into it in 10 years and realize we are losing out on some of the most impactful shows because we’re not allowing it to be three seasons or whatever.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026
Nuclear proliferation just multiplies the odds that there’s going to be a mistake or miscalculation that causes nuclear weapons to be used, so the world should definitely be focused on not allowing more nuclear countries.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026
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Possible Synonyms
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- disallowing
- laying down the law
- putting the kibosh on
- drawing a line
- gatekeeping
Possible Antonyms
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- rolling out the red carpet
- opening the floodgates
- giving the green light
- waving through
