1
as in to enable
to give official or legal power to
only the school nurse is authorized to give any necessary shots
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2
as in to entitle
to give a right to
this pass will authorize you to go backstage
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as in to approve
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
a system for sound reproduction that has been authorized as meeting the electronic industry's highest standards
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Recent Examples of authorize
Last month, Sheriff Richard Jones said 10 deputies were authorized by ICE to make immigration arrests.
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Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 17 July 2025
The proposal is set to go before the City Commission on Thursday, July 24, when commissioners will vote on whether to authorize City Manager Art Noriega to negotiate and execute the sale.
—Miami Herald, 16 July 2025
On Sunday, President Donald Trump signed a Major Disaster Declaration authorizing federal disaster aid and activating the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
—Nikki McCann Ramirez, Rolling Stone, 7 July 2025
Lopez told Murray on Wednesday that he's no longer authorized to sell Infowars' assets and vacated the September order that detailed the terms of the auction.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 5 July 2025
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Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 17 July 2025
The proposal is set to go before the City Commission on Thursday, July 24, when commissioners will vote on whether to authorize City Manager Art Noriega to negotiate and execute the sale.
—Miami Herald, 16 July 2025
On Sunday, President Donald Trump signed a Major Disaster Declaration authorizing federal disaster aid and activating the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
—Nikki McCann Ramirez, Rolling Stone, 7 July 2025
Lopez told Murray on Wednesday that he's no longer authorized to sell Infowars' assets and vacated the September order that detailed the terms of the auction.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for authorize
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That enabled Lunn to return to the mayor’s office again in 1915.—
Time,
Time,
22 July 2025
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These attributes have enabled the best ideas to emerge and develop into world-leading, life-changing commercial products.—
Thomas J. Bollyky,
Foreign Affairs,
22 July 2025
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In your situation, whether your broker is entitled to half of the deposit from the first buyer who defaulted will depend on the terms of your listing agreement.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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With respect to the recent data sharing between CMS and DHS, HHS acted entirely within its legal authority—and in full compliance with all applicable laws—to ensure that Medicaid benefits are reserved for individuals who are lawfully entitled to receive them.—
Mandy Taheri
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
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The commissioners almost always vote unanimously on agenda items at public meetings, from utility rates to approving new transmission lines.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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Higgins joined the majority in approving the item, which Rodriguez added to the agenda late enough that any commissioner could have requested a delay until the board’s next meeting.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
23 July 2025
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An integrated approach will empower organizations to better protect themselves against the growing array of cyber threats.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Support initiatives like African Bush Camps Foundation’s Female Guides Program, which empowers women to become safari guides through mentorship and field training, helping shape a more inclusive future for the industry.—
Marni Granston,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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To qualify for the deduction, a vehicle also must be assembled in the U.S., which further limits the tax break.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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Properties that have received federal disaster aid in the past also must be covered by flood insurance to qualify for future assistance.—
Michael Copley,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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Has a top jockey in the irons, but can’t see him being ratified here.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Visual effects workers employed by Saturday Night Live have ratified their first union contract.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
25 July 2025
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On one hand, not having football means most Big East schools won’t come close to paying out the overall $20.5 million cap permitted by the House settlement.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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Trump also polled the members of Congress present about firing Powell and received a positive response, Reuters later confirmed.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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As of writing, Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have not officially confirmed a sequel to KPop Demon Hunters.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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“Authorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authorize. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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