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Learn the meaning of authority as a noun in different contexts, such as power, responsibility, expertise, or permission. See how to use authority in sentences and idioms with examples from the Cambridge Dictionary.
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BetaLearn the meaning of the authorities, a phrase for the group of people with official legal power to make decisions or make people obey the laws in a particular area. See how to use it in sentences and translations.
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BetaEnglish Local Authorities . Find your local authority. There are 317 local authorities within England. This is made up of 36 Metropolitan districts, 33 London Boroughs, 63 Unitary Authorities, 21 County councils and 164 District Councils. We list just over 370. The difference is that we include local authorities that have merged with others ...
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BetaLearn the meaning and usage of the word 'authorities' in British and American English. Find examples, synonyms, pronunciation, collocations and grammar of 'authorities'.
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BetaAuthority is the legitimate power of a person or group to make decisions and order their execution. Learn about the ancient and modern understandings of authority in political philosophy, sociology and other fields, and the different types of authority identified by Max Weber.
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BetaFind the meaning, pronunciation, and translation of the word authorities, as well as related terms and expressions. Learn how authorities can refer to power, source, justification, or influence in different contexts.
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BetaLearn the meaning and usage of the word authority, as well as its synonyms, related phrases, and word history. Find out how authority can refer to power, influence, command, government, source, or expert.
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BetaIf you have the authority to do something, you have the right or power to do it. You are the big cheese. Or, if you know more about a topic than most, you are an authority on that topic.
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BetaThe UK government announces a major package of devolution to six new areas, with mayors to be elected by May 2026. The programme aims to boost regional growth, opportunities, transport and housing for local communities.
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BetaLearn the various meanings and uses of the word authority, such as the power to give orders, the confident quality of an expert, or the government organization that controls an area. See examples, synonyms, and related terms.
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Authority is the legitimate power of a person or group to make decisions and order their execution. Learn about the ancient and modern understandings of authority in political philosophy, sociology and other fields, and the different types of authority identified by Max Weber.
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