allow for
phrasal verb
allowed for; allowing for; allows for
1
: to think about or plan for (something that will or might happen in the future)
When purchasing property, the company should allow for possible future growth/expansion.
2
: to consider (something) when one makes a calculation
The total distance, allowing for detours, is about 10 miles.
If you allow for inflation, he's actually earning less money now than he was 10 years ago.
3
: to make (something) possible
The design of the system allows for easy upgrades.
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Charitable donations can still be made up until December 31, even by credit card, which allows for the deduction in the current year while delaying payment until next year.
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Andrew Rosen, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
If approved, Melton said the convention center would have the ability to source more than $5 million in funding, which would allow for a full $5 million state match.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
As many businesses face the harsh reality of discarding valuable data due to high costs, Axiom provides a solution that allows for comprehensive data retention—enabling companies to prepare for future advancements in AI and analytics.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Aside from looking great, many brands allow for customization beyond shape, size, and layout, offering modular coffee tables or storage space to be added where needed.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 27 Nov. 2024
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Andrew Rosen, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
If approved, Melton said the convention center would have the ability to source more than $5 million in funding, which would allow for a full $5 million state match.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
As many businesses face the harsh reality of discarding valuable data due to high costs, Axiom provides a solution that allows for comprehensive data retention—enabling companies to prepare for future advancements in AI and analytics.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Aside from looking great, many brands allow for customization beyond shape, size, and layout, offering modular coffee tables or storage space to be added where needed.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Allow for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allow%20for. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
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