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authoritative

[uh-thawr-i-tay-tiv, uh-thor-] / əˈθɔr ɪˌteɪ tɪv, əˈθɒr- /




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Research has found that children raised with an authoritative approach, combining warmth with clear boundaries, tend to achieve better academic results, have higher self-esteem and stronger social skills.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

"Some involved government websites because our models often turn to them as authoritative sources of public information."

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

“Some involved government websites because our models often turn to them as authoritative sources of public information,” OpenAI said in a statement.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026

He also did the Rams and USC football with a calm, articulate and authoritative delivery that was so powerful, it had its own echo.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026

Instantly a preposterously deep, authoritative voice said, “Who is it?”

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson




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