authority
noun
the power to determine, adjudicate, or otherwise settle issues or disputes; jurisdiction; the right to control, command, or determine.
authorities
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pluralof authority.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Baby and the victim knew each other, authorities said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
Irish authorities have been planning for Trump's visit for months in what will be one of the biggest security operations in the history of the state.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
Health authorities had linked the outbreak to lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations in July, making the Mexican-style chain a key focus of consumers’ concerns.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Strada was referring to a lawsuit brought against Saudi Arabia's authorities by 9/11 Families United that alleges the kingdom supported the attackers.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
My parents and other adults at the masjid had given up trying to "save" her by getting the authorities involved.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
