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let somebody do something
She didn't let me help her.
Let me go!
I couldn't let you see her, I hope you understand.
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allow somebody to do something
Her father didn't allow her to go to the party.
She allows them to do whatever they want.
Our children are not allowed to play computer games.
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permit somebody to do something
Did your parents permit you to play here?
Smoking is not permitted inside the building.
I'll see you after work if time permits.
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give somebody leave to do something
Give him leave to go - if he loves you, he'll come back.
My boss gave me leave to serve my first client.