authorize
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The episode became an instant viral phenomenon online, featuring appearances from Jack White, Jeff Daniels, Steve Buscemi, Byron Allen and Eminem, who appeared as “Marshall, the Fire Marshal” to authorize burning down the set.
From Salon • May 27, 2026
The draft policy also makes clear that teachers should not authorize students to use computers for fun if, for example, they finish academic work early or complete it especially well.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Apple did authorize an additional $100 billion for share repurchases and raised its dividend by 4% to 27 cents per share.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
As Judge Leon noted in his opinion, “Congress has continued to authorize and fund construction and maintenance at the White House up until the present day.”
From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026
“If it’s a ferry flight,” she said, “I can authorize it myself. Let me use the telephone.”
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
Vocabulary lists containing authorize
Quartering Act (1765)
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This Week in Words: Current Events Vocab for January 1–January 7, 2022
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Maryland Toleration Act (1649)
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