as in flexible
often disapproving
giving people a lot of freedom or too much freedom to do what they want to do
permissive parents Some states have more permissive laws than others.
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Recent Examples of permissive
Keep in mind that authoritative parenting is not permissive.
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Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 11 Feb. 2025
In an already permissive environment, Kennedy’s confirmation could signal to supplement manufacturers that anything goes, Cohen said.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2025
That may be a short-term price to pay for a long-term goal of cryptocurrency innovation in a permissive regulatory environment, said Bernstein analysts led by Gautam Chhugani.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025
It’s supposed to feature a $20.5 million permissive cap, meaning schools don’t have to share the maximum.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2025
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Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 11 Feb. 2025
In an already permissive environment, Kennedy’s confirmation could signal to supplement manufacturers that anything goes, Cohen said.
—Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2025
That may be a short-term price to pay for a long-term goal of cryptocurrency innovation in a permissive regulatory environment, said Bernstein analysts led by Gautam Chhugani.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025
It’s supposed to feature a $20.5 million permissive cap, meaning schools don’t have to share the maximum.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for permissive
Adjective
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Many loans are interest-free and come with flexible repayment plans.—
Andee Tagle,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2025
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But remember to keep your calendar flexible and don’t be afraid to pivot.—
Sean McNally,
Outdoor Life,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This could range from formal presentations to informal conversations, emails or even social media within the company, depending on your audience and the nature of your message.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Often suggested for informal work socials or networking events, smart casual style revolves around building an outfit that’s relaxed yet still professional.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Despite noting the couple violated the public’s trust and that the husband lied on the witness stand, a federal judge on Wednesday gave the Wades strikingly lenient sentences: three years of probation for Carolyn, including 90 days of home confinement, and 90 days of prison time for Tracy.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2025
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While applicants must show strong ties to the country, such as employment or property ownership, Argentina’s lenient residency requirements make this an appealing option.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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With full funding, the plan would not only repair and maintain the MTA’s critical infrastructure, much of which isn’t visible to transit users, but also provide subway, bus, and train riders with more reliable, frequent, safe, and accessible daily travel.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
10 Mar. 2025
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By providing a secure and accessible way to save and transact, M-PESA enabled 185,000 women to transition from subsistence farming into business and retail, significantly boosting their financial independence.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Social media users were not happy and blasted the royal couple for taking a lax approach to water safety while boating.—
Tracy Wright,
Fox News,
9 Mar. 2025
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Those findings echoed a November report by the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller that found lax accounting procedures resulted in the failure to reclaim millions of dollars in cash advances to contractors and to pay other contractors on time, even when funds were available.—
Doug Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Then science kicks in, with molecules in the steak’s fat making the tannins more pliable, producing softer, smoother sensations, while the wine’s tannins mellow out the fat and coax more flavor out of the meat.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2025
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The ultrathin graphene tattoos are soft and pliable, conforming to the skin’s grooves and ridges.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Permissive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permissive. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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