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. 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 See all Example Sentences for in authority 

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“In authority.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20authority. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.

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