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authoritative

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




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He is editor-in-chief for Lloyd’s List, the most authoritative publication on shipping news, data and intelligence during a webinar hosted Monday by the Henry Jackson Society, a foreign policy thinktank.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

As Salon’s Amanda Marcotte recently explained on “The Daily Blast with Greg Sargent,” Fox is still the authoritative voice of the movement for older conservatives.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

He questioned Sauer’s reliance on “Roman law sources” and other obscure citations while pointing out that more relevant, authoritative sources cut against his argument.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Long an authoritative source of health recommendations, the group releases dietary guidance about every five years to promote cardiovascular health.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

First, there is the implication, floating between the lines of the entire Report, that an authoritative new presence has appeared on the scene and taken charge.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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