Example Sentences

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The New York Times, citing an unnamed US official briefed on the matter, said the US Coast Guard was allowing the tanker to reach Cuba.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

But the Alt5 deal was allowing the Trumps and their fellow co-founders to cash out in a different way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

One of the changes made as the bill was scrutinised was allowing Senedd members a vote on whether it will apply in Wales.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025

I have a feeling that the big mistake made by the Lakers in the trade was allowing Max Christie to go.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2025

And once again he was allowing the past to destroy him.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz