- plural of authority.
authorities
Example Sentences
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Members of the rapper's entourage, though, have accused authorities of initially treating them like suspects and failing to follow important leads.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Pakistan's Supreme Court ordered authorities on Tuesday to move jailed former prime minister Imran Khan to hospital for medical checks, after the popular politician's lawyers complained about his poor health.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
The current probe burst into public view after June filings by Delaware Life and Clear Spring revealed the companies had been subpoenaed by federal authorities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
The situation was under control and there were no more active shooters, authorities said.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
When the Cabo de Hornos made a routine stop in Trinidad, British authorities boarded the ship and arrested Hellmuth.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
