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CEFR B1 — Intermediate

Allowance

Definition

A sum of money given regularly to someone, especially a child or young person, to help them pay for things they need or want; a fixed amount of something that is officially allowed.

Example Sentences

1My parents give me a weekly allowance of twenty dollars to spend on anything I want.
2Does your company provide a travel allowance for business trips overseas?
3The government has increased the tax-free allowance for low-income families.
4The university provides a book allowance for students who are studying abroad.
5There is a strict allowance of only two guests per student at the graduation ceremony.

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