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Discover LudwigThe phrase "allowed it be" is not correct in standard written English.
It seems to be a misconstruction of the phrase "let it be," which is more commonly used.
Example: "In times of uncertainty, sometimes we must simply let it be."
Alternatives: "permit it to be" or "allow it to be."
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Many praise the way Bristol has embraced tech, its willingness to experiment and so on – what is it about the city that has allowed it be so open and disruptive?
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And where it is allowed, it is very common.
"I'm not allowed – it's protocol," he replied hastily.
But he allowed: "It's not a fortune.
Earlier this week Mrs Clinton said: "When I did it, it was allowed, it was above board.
Moreover, he said, once gambling is allowed, it is hard to get rid of.
"Can you please shed some light on this?" Well if the row is about whether it is allowed – it is.
Still, he allowed: "It's taken a while, but things are definitely changing.
Even when it was allowed, it was a terrible stigma, and the cost of escape brutally high.
It's not only a luxury he is allowed, it is one we should be grateful for.
"It's not only allowed, it's now encouraged to teach in English".
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