allow close approach
[/əˈlaʊ kloʊs əˈproʊtʃ/]
verb phrase
permitir aproximação próxima
1. To permit or enable someone or something to come near; to not prevent or restrict proximity
The shy animal would not allow close approach from strangers.
O animal tímido não permitiria aproximação próxima de estranhos.
2. To grant permission for intimate or detailed contact or inspection
The museum allows close approach to the artifacts behind protective glass.
O museu permite aproximação próxima aos artefatos atrás de vidro protetor.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep at arm's length (opposite meaning)
let someone in (related concept)
open the door (related concept)
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