Permissiveness Crossword Clue

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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: TOLERANCE

Updated: October 13, 2023

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	97%	9		Exact Match!
	noun • the power or capacity of an organism to tolerate unfavorable environmental conditions • a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior • the act of tolerating something • willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others • a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
	96%	8		Exact Match!
	noun • mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant • a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone • lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers
	90%	11		The ability to bend without breaking
	noun • the property of being flexible; easily bent or shaped • the quality of being adaptable or variable • the trait of being easily persuaded

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Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Quick04 Feb 2011	Down 7
New York Times16 Apr 1982	Across 49
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