Allow for | EWA Phasal Verbs Dictionary
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Allow for

/əˈlaʊ fɔː/

B1

Intermediate

1. To include something as part of a plan, calculation, or consideration.

  • When budgeting, it's important to allow for unexpected expenses.
  • The architect did not allow for any expansion in his initial plans.

2. To make something possible through preparation or consideration.

  • The schedule allows for regular breaks to keep students refreshed.
  • This feature allows for better user interaction with the software.

3. To accept or tolerate as a possibility or reality.

  • The rules allow for some discretion in their application.
  • We must allow for the fact that some people may arrive late due to traffic.

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