allowable
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of allowable
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Middle French word alouable. See allow, -able
Example Sentences
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In a statement to The Times on Wednesday, the company argued that it has followed all local requirements, but said it would comply with the judge’s order while continuing to operate during allowable hours.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
But developers found it more profitable to subsidize 100% of their units at the smallest allowable discount, a rent affordable to households at 60% of median income.
From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2026
It also increased a building’s maximum allowable height.
From Barron's ● May 31, 2026
People itemize charitable gifts if their total allowable itemized deductions — including donations to qualified charities, mortgage interest, and state and local taxes — exceed the standard deduction.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 11, 2026
The house is obnoxiously huge, like the rest of the houses around it, built out to as close to the edge of the property line as allowable by law.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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