permitted

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Under customary international law, states are not generally permitted to charge tolls on straits used for international navigation.

From Barron's • Jul. 11, 2026

The German self-regulatory body for film ratings declined to assign an age rating for home entertainment release and gave it a rating for theatrical release that made it permitted for ages 18 and up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 9, 2026

On other occasions, Thomas has insisted that the Eighth Amendment be interpreted in light of the punishments permitted at the time it was written.

From Slate • Jul. 1, 2026

Iran were only permitted to enter the US the day before their first two matches and had to leave on the same day as the game, under the terms of their visas.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

The children fell asleep as soon as they were settled in a comfortable spot, but Penelope and Simon were not permitted to leave either.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood