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deputize

[dep-yuh-tahyz] / ˈdɛp yəˌtaɪz /


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He remains eighth in the line of succession and could, theoretically, be one of the royal clan called to deputize for the monarch if he fell seriously sick.

From The Wall Street Journal

A strong, able man whom Barton deputized so he could join them on the day they would all die.

From Los Angeles Times

Houser went on to explain that there are a few different permutations of deputization the administration could pursue, including deputizing National Guard troops or local law enforcement before they start using private contractors.

From Salon

It took a while to shake off the despondency and depression many of us felt after Trump was restored and then deputized a weird billionaire to wreck the government.

From Salon

Although Trump has mentioned deputizing National Guard troops or local law enforcement to pursue deportations, that would also present enormous logistical challenges.

From Salon