Example Sentences

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Iranian state television said Friday the Revolutionary Guards were allowing more ships to transit the strait, after reporting a day earlier that "more than 30 ships" had been permitted to pass.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

In a statement, the mines ministry blamed the tragedy on M23 rebels and said they were allowing illegal mining without proper safety standards.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

New Mexico came in leading the Mountain West Conference in scoring at 84.3 points a game, while the Broncos were allowing the fewest points at 66.4 per game.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 31, 2024

Officers were allowing motorists to use the right shoulder to pass, according to the CHP spokesperson.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2023

Privately he thought that some people were allowing their young ones to become a little forward, but that was their concern.

From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt