Powers

[pou-erz]

noun

1. Hiram, 1805–73, U.S. sculptor.

Example Sentences

Conservative MP Danny Kruger said the government should overrule the ban using powers in the Police Act, rather than asking local authorities "politely if they'll change their decision".

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Downing Street later said that the powers did not apply, and could only be used on "rare occasions" when a force could not function effectively.

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Reed insisted government reforms would help developers build more homes, including mandating new housebuilding targets for councils and "more powers" for him to call in - or review - "unreasonably" rejected housing development schemes.

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That’s when the show is operating at the peak of its powers.

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British soldiers will be granted new powers to shoot down drones threatening military bases.

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