power of appointment
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of power of appointment
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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My grandfather and grandmother set up a trust a few years back, and then my grandmother passed and had her trust become irrevocable, but with a special power of appointment.
From Slate • Jan. 11, 2022
The power of appointment, although not exercised, defeats the spendthrift provision set forth in the Trust.
From Forbes • Aug. 23, 2014
The Constitution gives the president the power of appointment, for federal judges and cabinet members and other officials, and normally he must obtain the consent of the Senate for his choices.
From Slate • Jun. 26, 2014
Failing such unanimity, the power of appointment is to be vested in the President of the Permanent Court of International Justice.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Instances are rare in which the librarian has the uncontrolled power of appointment, promotion and removal.
From A Book for All Readers An Aid to the Collection, Use, and Preservation of Books and the Formation of Public and Private Libraries by Spofford, Ainsworth Rand
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