authorized

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At first, exports recommenced, but Russia began delaying inspections that it was authorized to carry out under the deal, Vaskov said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

It authorized the creation of the Endangered Species Act Committee, made up of federal agency leaders, which could grant exemptions to this prohibition on federal actions considered likely to risk extinction of a listed species.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

The downing of the jet, an F-15E, was confirmed to The Times by a U.S. official who was not authorized to speak publicly.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

After she didn’t return to the den for several days and her cub’s condition started to dangerously deteriorate, the Department of Fish and Wildlife authorized the park service to intervene and rescue him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Sometimes I had to wait my turn, as one of my porters, or another person authorized to be outside his cell, would be deep in discussion already.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover