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Admit of

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Use 'admit of' to express physical space constraints that affect what's possible. SlideThis suitcase does not admit of more clothes.
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It can also refer to abstract ideas, not just physical space. SlideSuch a strict budget does not admit of any unplanned expenses.
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Often used in negative sentences to indicate something is not allowed by circumstances. SlideThe law does not admit of any exceptions.