authorizing

Example Sentences

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It includes authorizing treatments, choosing healthcare providers, accessing medical records and making end-of-life decisions.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

The FDA in March issued a draft guidance document that hinted in the future the agency could authorize mint, coffee and other vape flavors potentially more appealing to adults—but may avoid authorizing fruit flavors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Security Council mandates authorizing member states to use force are relatively rare.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“Whether it’s how it’s being communicated in the media or how it’s being communicated here in the Congress,” said Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, who is reportedly considering forcing a congressional vote authorizing the war.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

“I just don’t think authorizing schools to violate students’ privacy is the way to do it.

From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau