deputizes
- present tense form of deputize (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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The Bank Secrecy Act, enacted in 1970, essentially deputizes banks to act as the first line of defense against money laundering.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 10, 2025
The law effectively deputizes ordinary citizens — including those from outside Texas — allowing them to sue those who violate the law.
From New York Times ● Dec. 10, 2021
Assistant Dino Toppmöller deputizes on the touchline and said Nagelsmann is closely involved with the tactics.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 23, 2021
The bill also deputizes private citizens to sue potential offenders for $10,000 or more.
From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2021
This leader has an assistant or lieutenant to whom he deputizes great power.
From Quiet Talks on the Crowned Christ of Revelation by Gordon, S. D. (Samuel Dickey)
