deployment overseas would be regarded as a permissible reason for late filing by members of the military
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Understanding what foods are permissible ensures proper observance of these religious obligations while maintaining a nutritious diet.—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 Newsweek outlines the foods that are permissible during Lent and provides insights into the history behind the traditions.—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 While unprecedented, a third impeachment is constitutionally permissible, as there is no limit to how many times a president can be impeached.—Martha McHardy, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 These states and boundaries observe permanent standard time, which is permissible per the legislation.—Karlee Van De Venter, Idaho Statesman, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for permissible
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Middle English, from Medieval Latin permissibilis, from Latin permissus, past participle of permittere
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