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authority

[uh-thawr-i-tee, uh-thor-] / əˈθɔr ɪ ti, əˈθɒr- /




Usage

What are other ways to say authority? Authority is a power or right, usually because of rank or office, to issue commands and to punish for violations: to have authority over subordinates. Control is either power or influence applied to the complete and successful direction or manipulation of persons or things: to be in control of a project. Influence is a personal and unofficial power derived from deference of others to one's character, ability, or station; it may be exerted unconsciously or may operate through persuasion: to have influence over one's friends.

Example Sentences

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Chinese authorities have denied that Lai has been mistreated in prison, and said he is in "good health".

From BBC

The 18 Cambodian soldiers, dressed in civilian clothes, were greeted by well-wishers as they were escorted over a border checkpoint and handed to the Cambodian authorities.

From BBC

As authorities searched the vehicle, they found blue surgical masks, positively identified clothing and the tracking device underneath the driver’s seat, the criminal complaint said.

From Los Angeles Times

The won has recently regained some ground after South Korea’s financial authorities warned against excessive currency weakness.

From The Wall Street Journal

According to authorities, efforts to identify the child have been unsuccessful, and no custodial parent or family member has contacted the police to locate him.

From Los Angeles Times