as in mandate
the granting of power to perform various acts or duties
the only body empowered with the accreditation of medical schools in the state
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Recent Examples of accreditation
But for others, the funding comes at a steep price — the loss of autonomy in the form of accreditation and the need to adopt standardized testing.
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Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
The foundation is an independent nonprofit organization formed to promote good governance and best practices among California’s special districts through certification, accreditation, and other recognition programs.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
Court consultants reported multiple requests for information from the department have been ignored, including questions about waitlist criteria, accreditation reports and other key data.
—Sierra Pfeifer, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
The government also plays a critical role by requiring doctors or engineers to hold certain degrees or by granting universities formal quality certifications, such as accreditation.
—Micah Altman, The Conversation, 22 Jan. 2026
It’s been fighting its way back from the brink for over 20 years, after losing its accreditation in 2004.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
In his role, Inboden oversees UT’s academic portfolio and mission, as well as enrollment management, curriculum, faculty recruitment and accreditation.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 21 Jan. 2026
Our immediate priorities are to begin the healing journey while continuing our focused preparation for our upcoming accreditation reaffirmation visit in two weeks.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
It's hosted by the Academy of Cheese, a nonprofit organization based in the United Kingdom that provides resources and accreditation for cheese professionals.
—Kelli Arseneau, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
The foundation is an independent nonprofit organization formed to promote good governance and best practices among California’s special districts through certification, accreditation, and other recognition programs.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
Court consultants reported multiple requests for information from the department have been ignored, including questions about waitlist criteria, accreditation reports and other key data.
—Sierra Pfeifer, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
The government also plays a critical role by requiring doctors or engineers to hold certain degrees or by granting universities formal quality certifications, such as accreditation.
—Micah Altman, The Conversation, 22 Jan. 2026
It’s been fighting its way back from the brink for over 20 years, after losing its accreditation in 2004.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
In his role, Inboden oversees UT’s academic portfolio and mission, as well as enrollment management, curriculum, faculty recruitment and accreditation.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 21 Jan. 2026
Our immediate priorities are to begin the healing journey while continuing our focused preparation for our upcoming accreditation reaffirmation visit in two weeks.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
It's hosted by the Academy of Cheese, a nonprofit organization based in the United Kingdom that provides resources and accreditation for cheese professionals.
—Kelli Arseneau, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accreditation
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Followers like Amresh Chawla say they are drawn to the group’s tenets of vegetarianism and strict moral code, specifically the mandate to shun intoxicants.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Lawmakers should invest in infrastructure, fund water projects and conservation, reduce unfunded mandates, and reward communities that plan responsibly and make development pay its own way.—
Sean Parks,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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United Teachers Los Angeles members also gave their leadership authorization to call a strike.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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The backstory Enchantment’s unique location in Boynton Canyon meant that the creation of the property involved several layers of authorization.—
Asonta Benetti,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Accreditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accreditation. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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