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allow for

Idioms  
  1. Leave room for, permit, as in We have enough chairs to allow for forty extra guests, or Our denomination allows for a large variety of beliefs. [Early 1700s] Also see make allowance.


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“The breadth of the language allows for expansive interpretations and, consequently, the possibility of generating new threats of legal persecution,” the lawyer notes.

From The Wall Street Journal

Longer consultations allow for continuity, she says, similar to when she started her career and family doctors gave "cradle to grave" care.

From BBC

In the 1990s and 2000s, Khamenei allowed for reformist governments to run for elections, and win, but he dealt harshly with dissidents.

From The Wall Street Journal

With the ninth inning spoken for, Roberts believes this will allow for Scott to bounce back this season.

From Los Angeles Times

The company noted it makes recipe adjustments to some Reese’s products to allow for new shapes, sizes and innovations.

From The Wall Street Journal