authoritative

Example Sentences

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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

The complaint also argues that Jonasi presented his translation “as authoritative fact, not comedy,” so it shouldn’t get the 1st Amendment protections afforded to parody and satire.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

For instance, with traditional SEO, getting a single link from a very authoritative site meant more for ranking purposes than hundreds of mentions on other sites.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Against Real, Federico Valverde's first leg hat-trick did the damage, while Vinicius Junior's double in the return game at Etihad Stadium following Bernardo Silva's sending-off rubber-stamped an authoritative performance from the 15-time champions.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Arguments can make contracts sound, “if they are one’s own, binding and authoritative, if of one’s adversary, the reverse.”

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith