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authorization

[aw-ther-uh-zey-shuhn] / ˌɔ θər əˈzeɪ ʃən /


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Bush asked for authorization to go to war as soon as Congress convened, which began an extended and torturous debate.

From Salon • Mar. 16, 2026

The temporary authorization runs until April 11 External link, according to a general license posted by the Treasury department.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced late Thursday that the U.S. is providing a temporary authorization to permit countries to purchase Russian oil that’s stranded.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

The digital bank has filed for the most comprehensive federal-level regulatory authorization possible as it joins a wave of fintech firms seeking to expand in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

After authorization by President Arthur and the cabinet, Attorney General MacVeagh added two prominent trial attorneys to the prosecution team to assist Corkhill, who was a less-experienced criminal lawyer.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow