power of attorney
Americannoun
noun
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legal authority to act for another person in certain specified matters
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the document conferring such authority
Etymology
Origin of power of attorney
First recorded in 1740–50
Example Sentences
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The panel also found Burwood acted dishonestly by failing to tell her employer she held financial lasting power of attorney for a resident at the care home where she worked.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
On screen, Evans reveals that he has power of attorney over Holmes and posts under her name on X. He also has created an AI avatar for Holmes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
He didn't believe she had regained consciousness at any point, adding that he has been receiving updates through her medical power of attorney rather than consulting directly with doctors.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
Who has power of attorney if one of you gets seriously ill or injured?
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
I hoped Mom would be in charge of whatever the power of attorney thing was.
From "Lawn Boy Returns" by Gary Paulsen
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