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authoritative

[uh-thawr-i-tey-tiv, uh-thor-] / əˈθɔr ɪˌteɪ tɪv, əˈθɒr- /




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He also did the Rams and USC football with a calm, articulate and authoritative delivery that was so powerful, it had its own echo.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 20, 2026

He was calm, measured and authoritative, perhaps showing he is exactly the sort of leader England need after a chaotic period on and off the pitch.

From BBC Sep. 20, 2026

Two new working papers circulated by the authoritative National Bureau of Economic Research show the double squeeze the U.S. dollar and the Treasury market are facing both overseas and at home.

From MarketWatch Aug. 31, 2026

He’s somehow both understated — he’s not showboating, even when he would be entitled to — and authoritative.

From Salon Aug. 25, 2026

“Timing is everything, my friends!” boomed Reginald in his most authoritative voice.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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