authorization
noun
au·tho·ri·za·tion
ˌȯ-th(ə-)rə-ˈzā-shən 
1
: the act of authorizing
2
: an instrument that authorizes : sanction
Examples of authorization in a Sentence
you will need the authorization of the council before you can act
his authorization to go ahead with the project was finally given
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The plan includes more space for private businesses, imports and exports without state intermediation, free hiring of personnel, authorization for private banks and investment by Cubans abroad.
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Andrea Rodríguez, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Drone operators who enter restricted airspace without authorization can face fines of up to $100,000, confiscation of their aircraft, and federal criminal charges.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
In its first year, the new approach led Cigna to cut prior authorization requirements for tests and procedures by 15% and make changes to reduce patients’ out-of-pocket expenses, the company reported.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 19 June 2026
The plan includes more space for private businesses, imports and exports without state intermediation, free hiring of personnel, authorization for private banks and investment by Cubans abroad.
—ABC News, 19 June 2026
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Andrea Rodríguez, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Drone operators who enter restricted airspace without authorization can face fines of up to $100,000, confiscation of their aircraft, and federal criminal charges.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
In its first year, the new approach led Cigna to cut prior authorization requirements for tests and procedures by 15% and make changes to reduce patients’ out-of-pocket expenses, the company reported.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 19 June 2026
The plan includes more space for private businesses, imports and exports without state intermediation, free hiring of personnel, authorization for private banks and investment by Cubans abroad.
—ABC News, 19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for authorization
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“Authorization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/authorization. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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