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then allowed by
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "then allowed by" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that something is permitted or accepted after a certain condition or event has occurred. Example: "The changes to the policy will take effect next month, then allowed by the board of directors."
✓ Grammatically correct
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Wiki
Alternative expressions(1)
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Exact Expressions
8 human-written examples
Cleary recruited 22 well-known professionals, 19 of them current or ex-internationals, offering them £4 per week – equal to the maximum wage then allowed by the FA.
News & Media
Reporter Chris Reason, who began on air with Larry Emdur and Kylie Gillies on The Morning Show soon after 10am, was evacuated and then allowed by police back into Martin Place studio with a cameraman, Greg Parker, at 5.30pm.
News & Media
Only at the end of the 14-day detention period then allowed by law did police find the required evidence on Mr Barot's computers.By the time of the London bombings in July 2005, investigators still did not know (or had not tried hard enough to find out) Khan's name.
News & Media
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As shown in the numerical investigation, higher intensities of the stress state are then allowed by the introduction of the reinforcement and the local relaxation of some of the constraints of the problem is possible.
Washington was then allowed by the organization to select its opponent for the gamethe first time a team was allowed to do so.
Wiki
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
52 human-written examples
Pre-addition of palmitate did not overcome the inhibitory effect of 1% BSA, showing that time-dependent activation did not occur by potential-dependent changes in protein conformation that then allowed activation by a pre-existing pool of fatty acids.
Science
This fortuitous temperature-sensitivity of Zorro3 retrotransposition provides a convenient means of regulating the process, i.e., retrotransposition can be inhibited by maintaining the cells at 37°C, then allowed to proceed by moving them to a lower temperature.
Science
Hanrahan (0-1) retheed the next two batters, then allowed a single by Ryan Flaherty.
News & Media
Ash provided nutrients to the soil, and the deforested lands were cultivated for 2 or 3 years for the production of cereals, and then allowed to revert by encroaching vegetation.
Transcription was then allowed to resume by adding ATP, UTP, CTP, and GTP (30 μM each), 100 μg rifampicin/ml, and 0.1 U RNasin/μl (Promega, Madison, WI).
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "then allowed by", ensure the sequence of events is clear to maintain clarity in your writing. The phrase indicates a direct consequence or permission granted after a specific action or condition is met.
Common error
Avoid using "then allowed by" when the sequence is unclear or when the permission isn't directly tied to the preceding event. Ensure a logical connection; otherwise, rephrase for better clarity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "then allowed by" acts as an adverbial modifier, indicating the temporal sequence in which an action or state is permitted or authorized. Ludwig provides examples demonstrating this sequential permission across various contexts.
Frequent in
Science
37%
News & Media
37%
Wiki
12%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Social Media
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "then allowed by" is a grammatically sound construction used to indicate that something is permitted after a specific condition has been met. While Ludwig's AI confirms its correctness, its occurrence is relatively uncommon. It is most frequently found in scientific and news contexts. When using this phrase, ensure the sequence of events is clear and that the permission is directly tied to the preceding action. For alternative phrasing, consider options such as "subsequently permitted by" or "thereafter authorized by" to suit different levels of formality.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
subsequently permitted by
Replaces "then" with "subsequently" for a more formal tone, emphasizing the sequence of events.
after that, permitted by
Splits the phrase for clarity, using "after that" to highlight the temporal aspect.
thereafter authorized by
Uses more formal vocabulary like "thereafter" and "authorized" for a professional context.
following which, approved by
Emphasizes the sequential nature with "following which" and uses "approved" as a synonym for "allowed".
and consequently permitted by
Highlights the consequence with "consequently", indicating that the permission is a result of a previous action.
upon which, granted by
Uses a more concise and formal structure, replacing "then" and "allowed" with "upon which" and "granted".
at which point, sanctioned by
Replaces "then allowed" with "at which point, sanctioned", adding a level of official endorsement.
and subsequently okayed by
Utilizes a more casual term, "okayed", for a less formal tone while keeping the sequential element.
once that happened, cleared by
Rephrases the sentence in a more conversational tone using 'cleared' instead of allowed.
at that time, given the green light by
Replaces "allowed by" with the idiom "given the green light by", indicating approval.
FAQs
How can I use "then allowed by" in a sentence?
Use "then allowed by" to show that something was permitted or became possible after a specific event or condition. For example, "The data was analyzed, and the conclusion was "then allowed by" the committee for publication."
What can I say instead of "then allowed by"?
You can use alternatives like "subsequently permitted by", "thereafter authorized by", or "after that, permitted by" depending on the context.
Is it correct to say "allowed by then" instead of "then allowed by"?
While "allowed by then" is grammatically correct, it has a slightly different meaning. It refers to something being permitted at a specific time in the past, whereas ""then allowed by"" implies permission granted after a certain action.
What is the difference between "subsequently permitted by" and "then allowed by"?
Both phrases indicate a sequence of events where permission is granted, but "subsequently permitted by" often implies a more formal or official process compared to ""then allowed by"".
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
85%
Authority and reliability
4.3/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested