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authorize

[aw-thuh-rahyz] / ˈɔ θəˌraɪz /




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The bills would authorize public prosecutors to enforce the measure with civil actions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

These scholars argue that states can authorize lawsuits against federal officials who violate constitutional rights.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Revised wording no longer explicitly invokes Chapter 7 of the UN Charter, which allows the Security Council to authorize armed force to restore peace.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Treasury Department said it would authorize until April 11 the delivery and sale of crude and petroleum products from Russia that have already been loaded onto vessels at sea.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

We debated the housing situation, the best means of forcing the city to authorize open hearings on conditions among Negroes.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright




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