as in permitted
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as in had
formal + old-fashioned
to give (something) to someone as a promise or a privilege
He vouchsafed the secret to only a few chosen disciples.
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The Lions had 42 varsity players this year, including 22 girls.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026 -
The junior right-hander finally had some breathing room.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Spirit was a pioneer among ultra-low-cost carriers, keeping its fares down by stripping away amenities that travelers had previously taken for granted.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
2 May 2026
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When all is said and done — and if approval is granted — Cox said the data center will resemble an office park more than anything else.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Should Citizenship and Immigration Services approve it, Juan will be able to seek lawful permanent residency.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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Tolbert wrote that officers may ask about immigration status during lawful detentions or arrests, work with federal immigration authorities, and share immigration‑status information.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Defensively, Miami has conceded 15 goals, showing vulnerability along the back line.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner shooting, conceded to remain detained pending further legal proceedings in his case, his attorney said at his detention hearing on Thursday.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Finally, call an authorized manufacturer dealer to check for open recalls.—
Mahsa Saeidi,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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As an authorized retailer, Compare Internet offers a full-service experience to its users.—
Wyles Daniel,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2026
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In late December, Baldwin was accorded an honor that any proud son of Wisconsin would cherish — a Packers cheesehead hat with his name on it, courtesy of the franchise.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Principle 1 is accorded strict priority over principle 2, which regulates social and economic inequalities.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The company operates on behalf of Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff, using a network of intermediaries and vessels to move sanctioned crude, with proceeds helping fund the country’s military programs and regional proxy groups.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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While the blockade against Iran has delivered a severe blow to its economy, including stopping freighters from importing various supplies, the country has still been able to move some of its sanctioned oil, ship tracking companies say.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
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In 2009, after petitioning the court to have her ailing father placed under a conservatorship, Catherine was permitted to visit Peter Falk, who was suffering from dementia.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Don't ask for selfies with royals and don't take close‑up photos of them unless you're explicitly permitted.—
Veronica Bravo,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Vouchsafed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vouchsafed. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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