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- She has a natural ability—an intuitive sense—that enables her to perceive what should be done.†
p. 16.2enables = makes possible
- An attitude of excitement and adventure filled my thoughts because I knew I was gaining experience and information while sharpening my skills—all the things that would enable me to be a first-rate neurosurgeon.†
p. 104.5enable = make possible
- A brain biopsy enabled them to reach a further confirmation of the diagnosis.†
p. 139.4enabled = made possible
- About that time Susan remembered how much Dr. Miller's compassion had enabled her to cope.†
p. 179.9
- The laser enabled me to coagulate some of the bleeding vessels as I went in.†
p. 184.5
- Her quick thinking enabled an emergency team to resuscitate him, but no one knew how long he had been without breathing.†
p. 209.3 *
- Naturally, these outlets also would enable me to advance rapidly through academic ranks.†
p. 212.9enable = make possible
Definitions:
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(1)
(enable) to make possiblein various senses, including:
- to give someone the ability, knowledge, or authority to do something -- as in "The study will enable an informed discussion."
- to activate a computer system for use -- as in "You can enable the feature in the Settings Page."
- to permit someone to repeat bad behavior, so they reinforce the bad pattern -- as in "I don't want to enable her drug addiction."
- (2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)