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or licence
1
as in permission
the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something
the company is seeking license to operate several more power plants in the state
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2
as in delegation
the granting of power to perform various acts or duties
a restaurant owner has to get a license to serve food and drink
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3
as in authorization
the right to act or move freely
military commanders on the ground must be granted considerable license, as wars cannot be micromanaged by people back in Washington
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also licence
as in to enable
to give official or legal power to
a state statute licenses county sheriffs to choose their own deputies
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Recent Examples of license
Erin Alberty, Axios, 8 Mar. 2025
Through a license agreement, Hudson’s Bay has a small footprint of three Saks Fifth Avenue and 13 Saks Off 5th stores in Canada, which the company said will continue to operate.
—David Moin, WWD, 7 Mar. 2025
Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025
Hasbro said that around a half-billion copies of the game have been sold in more than 100 countries around the world since 1935, when the Parker Brothers began licensing the game for sale outside of the U.S.
—Peter White, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Starting in 2026, voters would have to include the last four digits of their driver license or state ID on their mail ballot instead of their signature, per HB 300.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 8 Mar. 2025
Through a license agreement, Hudson’s Bay has a small footprint of three Saks Fifth Avenue and 13 Saks Off 5th stores in Canada, which the company said will continue to operate.
—David Moin, WWD, 7 Mar. 2025
Verb
Content oversight and quality assurance provided by Studio 1847
New York’s cannabis market, which was designed to boost the economy and promote social equity, is facing some serious challenges as licensing moves into high gear.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025
Hasbro said that around a half-billion copies of the game have been sold in more than 100 countries around the world since 1935, when the Parker Brothers began licensing the game for sale outside of the U.S.
—Peter White, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for license
Noun
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Even minor changes, like mounting shelves or hanging artwork, may require permission and must often be reversed upon moving out.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Two days after the crash, the owner of the Nissan Altima — Rodger’s aunt — told police that Rodgers had taken the car without permission and was driving it at the time of the crash.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Hamas, meanwhile, sent a delegation to Cairo to discuss the cease-fire negotiations with Egyptian officials.—
Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2025
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Strong delegation prevents bottlenecks, boosts efficiency and helps the team grow.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In 2022, immigrants working in the United States without legal authorization paid $25.7 billion in Social Security taxes and $6.4 billion in Medicare taxes, according to a recent analysis from the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy.—
Jane C. Timm,
NBC News,
19 Mar. 2025
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Their hypothetical rap sheet could begin and end with entering the U.S. illegally, a misdemeanor, or residing in the U.S. without authorization, a civil offense.—
Nelson Mauricio Rauda Zablah,
The Christian Science Monitor,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The barebone scenic construction (designed by Madeleine Girling) enables the story to stand alone without the extra frills usually found on more traditional sets.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2025
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Any measure that appears on the ballot enables residents to influence policy directly through their vote.—
Worth Sparkman,
Axios,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Archway provides a no-obligation offer within 24 hours, can pay cash and close within three days or on a future date of the seller’s choice, and there are no fees or commissions to pay.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2025
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If successful in removing Bar, Netanyahu would be expected to appoint a loyalist in his place, slowing any momentum for the commission of inquiry.—
Melanie Lidman,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The route between Guangzhou, China and Bangkok in Thailand is known as a fifth freedom route, which is route operated by an airline that is not flying to or from its home country.—
Michele Robson,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Cox then recounted the tragicomic story that's held her back all these years from finding freedom on the open road.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
15 Mar. 2025
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And, not all gold products qualify (collectible coins are usually not permitted).—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Specific routes including in this promotion can be found on Spirit’s website.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2025
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The promotion is available for in-store and drive-thru orders but does not apply to delivery.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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“License.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/license. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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