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as in experts
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
the leading authority on neural anatomy
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as in governments
lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation)
the sheriff had authority over the whole county
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as in influences
the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly
speaks with a persuasive authority on matters of public health
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as in powers
the right or means to command or control others
by the authority vested in me, I now pronounce you married
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as in reasons
something (as a belief) that serves as the basis for another thing
I had good authority to believe that the information was correct
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as in sources
something mentioned in a text as providing related and especially supporting information
the Bible is the sole authority for his impassioned defense of creationism
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Recent Examples of authorities
Ramos-Soto pled guilty to the wire fraud charge on April 4, 2024, according to federal authorities.
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
The suspects then loaded the ATM onto a trailer attached to a U-Haul box truck and fled the area, authorities said.
—Maggie Ybarra, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
The victims were asked to provide bail money in cash so their relative could be released immediately, according to federal authorities.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
Residing or working in the country without legal status and submitting false documents to government authorities for a range of benefits or for employment is already a federal crime.
—Ray Stern, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Hoboken authorities didn’t immediately respond to a request for further information about the investigation.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
Russia reportedly offered Sudanese authorities a S-400 anti-aircraft missile system in an attempt to sway them into agreement, but fears over Western backlash caused the country to deny Moscow's request.
—Hugh Cameron, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
But despite the headline-grabbing incidents, authorities say crime is actually down in New York and on its transit systems.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
Though the official death toll remains at 35, authorities say that any estimates are likely major undercounts, with hundreds feared dead.
—Sam Mednick and Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
The suspects then loaded the ATM onto a trailer attached to a U-Haul box truck and fled the area, authorities said.
—Maggie Ybarra, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
The victims were asked to provide bail money in cash so their relative could be released immediately, according to federal authorities.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
Residing or working in the country without legal status and submitting false documents to government authorities for a range of benefits or for employment is already a federal crime.
—Ray Stern, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Hoboken authorities didn’t immediately respond to a request for further information about the investigation.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
Russia reportedly offered Sudanese authorities a S-400 anti-aircraft missile system in an attempt to sway them into agreement, but fears over Western backlash caused the country to deny Moscow's request.
—Hugh Cameron, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
But despite the headline-grabbing incidents, authorities say crime is actually down in New York and on its transit systems.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
Though the official death toll remains at 35, authorities say that any estimates are likely major undercounts, with hundreds feared dead.
—Sam Mednick and Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for authorities
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While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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As discussed by experts already driving AI strategies across their teams, here are four actionable steps to get the best out of your organization’s AI strategy.Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Earlier scholars suggested the monument was a temple, a calendar or an observatory.Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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On the other hand, the version of the theory often attributed to him is so radical that few modern scholars would want the honor, anyway.Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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Previous administrations have stood up specialized councils via executive orders, executives noted.Hannah Lang, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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There's also work underway to finalize a GLOBE information exchange framework so that tax administrations can share this information.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Conor Byrne Pub, a beloved music venue frequented by up-and-coming artists, was in danger of closing its doors forever earlier this year, KNKX reported.Natalie Escobar, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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Alongside traditional fixtures like the 2,700-pound cast iron chandeliers recreated from original construction drawings and photos with 21st-century energy-efficient lighting, graffiti has been preserved with every effort to find, credit and showcase the artists.Patrick Sauer, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Authorities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authorities. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.
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