动词 “allow”
不定式 allow; 三单 allows; 过式 allowed; 过分 allowed; 动名 allowing
- 使得可能
The new bridge allowed the villagers to easily cross the river for the first time.
- 允许
The teacher allowed us to leave class early.
- 不阻止(指不采取行动来阻止某事发生)
Although I don't like the idea of going there, I'll allow it this time.
- 考虑到
When planning a road trip, always allow extra time for traffic delays.
- 批准
The judge allowed the appeal, granting the defendant a new trial.