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Warrant
01
an order issued by a judge that authorizes the police to take specific actions
02
a written document that guarantees the occurrence of specific terms and conditions
03
formal and explicit approval
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a type of security issued by a corporation (usually together with a bond or preferred stock) that gives the holder the right to purchase a certain amount of common stock at a stated price
to warrant
01
to give good reasons to justify a particular action
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to officially affirm, assure, or guarantee something, typically through a formal document or authorization
Example
The warrant granted the police authority to arrest the individual for the alleged crime.
He challenged the validity of the warrant, arguing that it lacked probable cause.
The evidence presented warrants further investigation into the matter.
The judge made out a warrant for the suspect's arrest.
The police department issued a warrant for the suspect's arrest.
