- present tense form of authorize (3rd person singular).
authorizes
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Wilson has an influential role on the House Armed Services Committee, which authorizes defense spending.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026
A dissenting judge said the ballroom project is likely acceptable under a federal statute that authorizes the president to take certain steps for the “improvement” of the executive residence at the White House.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
By contrast, the Constitution explicitly authorizes Congress to establish federal agencies and define the scope of their mandate.
From Slate ● Jun. 29, 2026
They invoked a provision of the Clean Water Act that authorizes states to require additional permits on a case-by-case basis.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
It also says the Bishop of Jerusalem of the Arab Episcopal Church authorizes it.
From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye
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