plenipotentiary

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For though four generations stand between Tiberius Gracchus’ violent death and Augustus’ rapid ascent to plenipotentiary power, the intervening century was one of virtually incessant fear and chaos.

From New York Times

A key priority for Best, as the Third Reich's plenipotentiary in Denmark, was to maintain the flow of agricultural goods from Denmark to Germany.

From BBC

They even get the glorious title of plenipotentiary, or all-powerful.

From New York Times

"I come to recognize its plenipotentiary powers, sovereign, original and magnificent," he said.

From Reuters

The honorific is reserved for “the President, the Vice President, United States senators and congressmen, Cabinet members, all federal judges, ministers plenipotentiary, ambassadors, and governors,” who get to use the title for life.

From Washington Post