English / phrasal verb
allow for
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To take into consideration margins, print bleeds, or unpredictable lighting
In context
01
Always allow for a three-millimeter bleed when preparing print-ready graphic files.
02
Outdoor portrait photographers must allow for sudden shifts in natural light.
Synonyms
take into account,consider,factor in
Antonyms
ignore,overlook,disregard
Collocations
allow for margins,allow for lighting changes,allow for expansion