1. present participle of allow; giving permission for something to happen or be done
Usage: present participle form
2. making it possible for something to happen or exist
Usage: present participle form

Examples

• The new policy is allowing students more flexibility in their schedules.
• By allowing extra time, we can finish the project properly.
• The teacher is allowing us to use calculators on the test.
• The rain is finally allowing the flowers to bloom.
• Allowing for traffic delays, we should leave an hour early.
• The company is allowing employees to work from home.
• This software is allowing us to process data much faster.