authorization
noun
au·tho·ri·za·tion
ˌȯ-th(ə-)rə-ˈzā-shən 
1
: the act of authorizing
2
: an instrument that authorizes : sanction
Synonyms
Examples of authorization in a Sentence
you will need the authorization of the council before you can act
his authorization to go ahead with the project was finally given
Recent Examples on the Web
Buc-ee’s has yet to submit an approval request for a site plan, a document that's greenlit by local authorities before authorization is given for construction.
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David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 27 June 2024
The union remains in ongoing negotiations for a new contract with the mega gaming studios, with a strike authorization vote being approved by 98% in September.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 27 June 2024
Before launching its contract campaign, IATSE promised that negotiations would culminate in either a ratification vote or a strike authorization vote.
—Christi Carras, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2024
Biden’s asylum restrictions are an attempt to send a message: without authorization, the border is closed.
—Jasmine Garsd, NPR, 24 June 2024
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David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 27 June 2024
The union remains in ongoing negotiations for a new contract with the mega gaming studios, with a strike authorization vote being approved by 98% in September.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 27 June 2024
Before launching its contract campaign, IATSE promised that negotiations would culminate in either a ratification vote or a strike authorization vote.
—Christi Carras, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2024
Biden’s asylum restrictions are an attempt to send a message: without authorization, the border is closed.
—Jasmine Garsd, NPR, 24 June 2024
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“Authorization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/authorization. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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