allow for
Meaning: to consider something, or take it into account, when making plans or making a decision
Synonym: take into accountFor example:
- allow for sth Don't forget to allow for inflation when estimating your future expenses.
- allow sth for sth You should allow time for traffic jams when deciding what time to leave for the airport.
allow for: delays, costs, expenses, traffic jams, bad weather, inflation
Quick Quiz:
If I had allowed for extra expenses like medical costs, I wouldn't have
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