The 70/30 threshold, though, gives homeowners a bit of leeway.

An hour's delay gives me a bit of leeway.

If you have an overdraft or similar, your first reaction might be to talk to your finance providers about getting a bit of leeway.

Obviously, smaller amounts buy the miscreant a bit of leeway.

With hard work and attention to detail, he now gives himself a bit of leeway on the front line.