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The drift of a ship or plane from its course. Also: Extra time or money in addition to what might be needed.

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  • Leave early enough so you have some leeway in case there is too much traffic on your way to the appointment.
  • That the US or other place stays mum and gives leeway is another issue entirely.
  • Where I am allowed considerable leeway is in expanding situations and characters.
  • It does help to know that period of leeway is built in; it helps me to let go of that polished draft for the first time.
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