authorized
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They have closely regulated the provision of medical advice, for instance, and authorized malpractice suits when that advice leads to harm.
From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026
“Western Star” is thus the rare authorized biography that keeps its subject at arm’s length.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
In addition, under the new policy, "all journalist access to the Pentagon will require escort by authorized Department personnel."
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Discussions about the move have been underway for the last couple of years, according to people familiar with the planning who were not authorized to speak publicly.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
Besides increasing advisors, he had authorized the spraying of highly toxic Agent Orange and other defoliants to destroy enemy cover in the jungle, as well as rice crops in areas controlled by the Viet Cong.
From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge
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