reserved power
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of reserved power
First recorded in 1825–35
Example Sentences
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"Illinois courts, therefore, have rejected the argument that the state retains an implied or reserved power to diminish or impair pension benefits."
From Chicago Tribune • Nov. 22, 2014
He was excitable, and yet had a reserved power, which, in great emergencies, made him cool and brave.
From The Cabin on the Prairie by Pearson, C. H. (Charles Henry)
The assemblage, listening in rapt attention, felt the suggestion of reserved power in every sentence she uttered, and burst forth, as she dropped into her seat, in a loud chorus of approving ejaculations.
From The Damnation of Theron Ware by Frederic, Harold
He was slow of speech, and his very heaviness of look added to the impression of reserved power about the man.
From Malbone: an Oldport Romance by Higginson, Thomas Wentworth
Such a reserved power is termed a power of appointment.
From The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 2 Amiel to Atrauli by Various
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