be in authority
Example Sentences
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A woman who seemed to be in authority grabbed his wrist.
From New York Times • Jan. 15, 2011
They seemed to be in authority, for when they had spoken all the others were silent.
From Through the Air to the North Pole or The Wonderful Cruise of the Electric Monarch by Rockwood, Roy
He was instantly, but mysteriously, approached, and touched on the arm by a red-faced bareheaded man, who seemed to be in authority, and was beckoned to follow.
From Reminiscences of Scottish Life and Character by Ramsay, Edward Bannerman
Such persons were not difficult to find, it is true; and it was a proof that those claiming to be in authority, rightfully or not, were present.
From Wyandotte by Cooper, James Fenimore
Eustace, I beg that you will decide who is to be in authority in this house—your mother or this young lady.
From Vera Nevill Or, Poor Wisdom's Chance by Cameron, H. Lovett, Mrs.
