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Authority
01
gezag, macht
the right or power to give orders to people
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The manager had the authority to approve all major project expenditures.
De manager had de bevoegdheid om alle grote projectuitgaven goed te keuren.
The police officer acted with the full authority granted to him by law.
De politieagent handelde met de volledige autoriteit die hem door de wet werd verleend.
02
autoriteiten, overheidsinstanties
(usually plural) people with decision-making power over a specific area in a country
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Local authorities regulate public services.
Health authorities issued new guidelines.
03
autoriteit, expert
an expert whose views are taken as definitive
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She is an authority on medieval literature.
The scientist is a recognized authority in climate research.
04
zelfvertrouwen, zelfverzekerdheid
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
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She spoke with authority during the presentation.
The leader handled the situation with calm authority.
05
toestemming, goedkeuring
official permission or approval
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You need authority to access the restricted area.
The project can not proceed without official authority.
06
autoriteit, administratie
an administrative unit of government
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The transport authority manages the city's bus and rail networks.
Local housing authorities allocate public housing.
07
autoriteit, referentiewerk
an authoritative written work
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Black 's Law Dictionary is a key authority in legal studies.
The treaty is an authority on international maritime law.
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