How to Use allow for in a Sentence

allow for

phrasal verb

• Part of the idea of this bill is to allow for diversification of conservation programs.
  — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 9 Oct. 2024
• Reflectors need time to make decisions and should seek work environments that allow for reflection.
  — Lien De Pau, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
• Additionally, each wide wood slat is spaced far enough apart to allow for ideal air flow and fast drying, and the rack is lightweight yet strong enough to support a variety of dishes.
  — Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2024
• Last year, a city committee approved a measure that allowed for the impounding of vehicles involved in reckless driving under certain conditions.
  — David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 11 Oct. 2024
• The act allowed for suits to be filed through the end of 2023.
  — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2024
• The mixed-use zone allows for up to 73 dwelling units per acre.
  — Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024
• Drawstrings around the back and the bottom allow for a snugger fit when the time calls for it.
  — William Goodman, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2024
• The tax allows for a cost-of-living adjustment of up to 4%.
  — East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 1 Mar. 2024
• In the family room, slim stools at the kitchen island allowed for more square footage.
  — Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 20 Sep. 2023
• The thick handle and large spout also allow for fast and easy pouring.
  — Molly Allen, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024
• The wide base allowed for easy stirring of the ingredients in our cook tests.
  — L.a. Hubilla, Peoplemag, 10 Sep. 2023
• The bike's gas tank has a pair of bars attached to it that don't allow for any upward movement, but are free to move side to side.
  — New Atlas, 11 Sep. 2024
• Litchfield Park's charter would allow for four terms, each of four years.
  — Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 13 Mar. 2024
• The stretchy fabric ensures a snug and flattering fit, while the snap closure at the crotch allows for easy wear.
  — Samantha Booth, Rolling Stone, 11 Nov. 2023
• And yet, it is allowed for [people] to be there, injecting drugs.
  — Bishop Sand, Washington Post, 6 Dec. 2023
• The judge then sent the jury home for the weekend to allow for further exploration of the defense motion.
  — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 12 July 2024
• These kitchen flooring options allow for easy mess clean up and will withstand the wear-and-tear kitchen floors receive.
  — Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2024
• Arkansas' ban allows for abortions only to save the life of the mother.
  — My Ly, Arkansas Online, 10 Sep. 2023
• The rayon-linen blend coupled with the super wide legs allow for plenty of air flow on warm-weather trips.
  — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2024
• But the state of Missouri didn’t allow for such opportunities at the time.
  — John Reeves, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Dec. 2023
• This allows for a more prepared performance and less room for error on site.
  — Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 16 Jan. 2024
• Doing this offered the largest window of time to allow for the chance that the two players could be made available for selection.
  — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 9 Feb. 2024
• This allows for players not listed on the initial ballot pool to garner a vote.
  — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2024
• Over time, trucks evolved to allow for on-site ice cream making and flavor customization.
  — Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 17 June 2024
• The pen’s curved edge allows for razor-thin lines, while its flat face offers bolder graphic works.
  — Caroline Brew, Variety, 17 Oct. 2023
• This allows for a pitcher to be built up to handle at least 75-80 pitches before the season begins.
  — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2024
• Also, the teriyaki sauce allows for veggies to sneak in while also tasting good.
  — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2024
• The interstate was briefly closed to allow for the rescue but has now reopened, the Grant County Sheriff's Office said.
  — Kerry Breen, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2024
• Hot air balloon rides over the region will allow for stunning views at sunrise and sunset.
  — Arundhati Ail, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Aug. 2024
• But Brown emphasized that some states would need to adjust their faithless electors laws to allow for this.
  — Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 8 Jan. 2024

Last Updated: 26 Oct 2024