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The bill would have allowed single-family home owners to build duplexes on their lot, without requiring special permission.

Parents who want to transfer custody of a child to someone other than a relative must seek permission from a judge.

The pilot asked air-traffic control for permission to climb from 32,000 to 38,000 feet to avoid the bad weather.

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The preacher gave sheriff deputies permission to search his SUV but warned them “there was something bad” inside.

As long as may be necessary, Sam,” replied Mr. Pickwick, “you have my full permission to remain.

We idlers had permission granted us to land and visit the town, in which, however, we found but little to admire.

She had hidden his hat and would insist on his playing; that was, if I did not mind and her uncle gave his permission.

The nod of assent was given, and the permission put in force with hearty good will.

"You must promise never again to leave without permission, or this is your last scout with me," said Harry, sternly.