give authority

Example Sentences

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It says as well as requiring an appropriate adult to be present, an inspector must now give authority before this type of search takes place.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2025

It needs to have a plan that can be implemented immediately, and give authority to implement it to someone who understands the county’s needs.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 22, 2022

She said the governor should give authority to cities and counties to issue stay-at-home orders, saying that hospitals and first responders need “breathing room” to “get in front of COVID-19.”

From Washington Times • Jul. 12, 2020

“You have to give authority to boots on the ground to act, without having to ask for permission,” he said.

From New York Times • Oct. 9, 2017

He was too attentive, and they might get themselves in trouble, and be obliged to give authority, &c., for what they said—and what authority had they? a rumor—a vague report—an impression.

From Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXII No. 4, April 1848 by Conrad, Robert Taylor