permission
Example Sentences
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Ahmed: It’s funny you should say that because I spoke to Alejandro today and he gave me permission to reveal something exclusively to you on this podcast.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
The BBC has asked West to clarify whether he spoke to An before the alleged action took place on set, to explain his plan or ask for her permission, but has not received a response.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
It has repeatedly attacked commercial ships seeking to transit without its permission, and it set up an entity known as the Persian Gulf Strait Authority to try to charge vessels wanting to cross the waterway.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
When you’re a kid, it arrives all at once: the last school bell, the first trip to the pool, the permission slip feeling of a completely unscheduled Tuesday.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
“You have my permission but”—she wipes the grease off her lips—“at least give me a warning.”
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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Send a Message: Mit and Miss
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"The War of the Wall" by Toni Cade Bambara
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The Titan's Curse
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