1
as in permission
the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something
you will need the authorization of the council before you can act
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2
as in mandate
the granting of power to perform various acts or duties
his authorization to go ahead with the project was finally given
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Recent Examples of authorization
Broadcom — The semiconductor stock moved more than 2% higher following the company’s authorization of a new $10 billion share repurchase program, effective through Dec. 31.
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Sean Conlon, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2025
Without a nationwide injunction, children born to migrants without authorization in a district where Trump's policy was blocked would be citizens while children born elsewhere could face deportation.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2025
Travel: Travelers from the U.S., Canada and most European countries who do not require visas to enter Britain must now apply for digital authorization before entering the country.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Advantage plans also have more flexibility to limit their medical costs by restricting provider networks and requiring prior authorization.
—Grace McCormack, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2025
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Sean Conlon, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2025
Without a nationwide injunction, children born to migrants without authorization in a district where Trump's policy was blocked would be citizens while children born elsewhere could face deportation.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2025
Travel: Travelers from the U.S., Canada and most European countries who do not require visas to enter Britain must now apply for digital authorization before entering the country.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Advantage plans also have more flexibility to limit their medical costs by restricting provider networks and requiring prior authorization.
—Grace McCormack, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for authorization
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They can be given away by their owner or by bishops, while significant relics, such as hearts and organs, cannot be given away without permission from the Vatican.—
Barbie Latza Nadeau,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Entering someone’s boat without permission qualifies as burglary under Florida law when accompanied by threats or aggression.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Chief Justice John Roberts on Monday indefinitely suspended a lower court mandate that the government immediately return him to the U.S. to fix the mistake.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The goal was to deny the victors a mandate to govern the vanquished.—
Made by History,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
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The times and dates given apply to mid-northern latitudes.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Sun Sentinel Tweaks to Florida’s Live Local Act may boost developers’ options but frustrate cities Florida developers could gain more latitude from legislative bills this year that aim to piggyback off the state’s law to increase affordable housing.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
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With the new features announced Tuesday, teens under 16 will be prevented from using the Instagram Live feature without parental consent.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Senate version co-sponsored by Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) was approved in the Senate by unanimous consent in February and is nearing passage in the House.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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Still, putting off getting a driver’s license may have impacts on teens safety as well as their development of independence, experts say.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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The license is not required for Illinois residents who have a disability and a State of Illinois disabled ID card showing a Class 2 or 2A disability; have a Veterans Disability Card; or are residents on active military duty who are home on leave.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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Promoting public understanding of the principles of our freedoms is a critical component in the civic education of the citizens of the United States, Florida and each community.—
Lonnie Groot,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Apr. 2025
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The tariff announcement was the latest and perhaps boldest manifestation of Trump’s second-term freedom to lead with his instincts after feeling his first turn in the Oval Office was restrained by aides who did not share his worldview.—
Steve Peoples,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
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Sponsors have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Austin Mock,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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There is also the underlying issue of whether a crypto investor uses a third party for custody at all, or maintains total custody and trading control over their holdings.—
Trevor Laurence Jockims,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2025
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As the pulse of Hollywood, The Hollywood Reporter brings a distinctive voice backed by 95 years of history, giving us unparalleled access and authority in the entertainment world.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2025
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The cause of the roof collapse wasn't immediately clear as authorities investigated.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Authorization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authorization. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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