in authority
idiom
: having official power to make important decisions
No one in authority objected to the plan.
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Someone in authority might throw their weight around.
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Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 6 Dec. 2024
These included a love of country, respect for the rule of law, to honor one’s elders, to respect those in authority over us and a reverence for God, or at least religion.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 6 Dec. 2024
Leo July 23 – August 22 Someone in authority over you may surprise you.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Oct. 2024
Chelsea Despite a disappointing return defensively, Chelsea’s attack grew in authority last season, with 77 goals being their highest total in seven seasons.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 8 Aug. 2024
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Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 6 Dec. 2024
These included a love of country, respect for the rule of law, to honor one’s elders, to respect those in authority over us and a reverence for God, or at least religion.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 6 Dec. 2024
Leo July 23 – August 22 Someone in authority over you may surprise you.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Oct. 2024
Chelsea Despite a disappointing return defensively, Chelsea’s attack grew in authority last season, with 77 goals being their highest total in seven seasons.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 8 Aug. 2024
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“In authority.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20authority. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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