licensed
adjective
li·censed
ˈlī-sᵊn(t)st 
: having a valid license required to engage in a particular business, occupation, or activity
licensed drivers
a licensed cosmetologist
A licensed anesthesiologist must always be in the facility, though, depending on the procedure, not necessarily in the room with the patient.—
Barbara M. Swanson
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It's routinely tested in the passenger or back seat but seldom in the driver's seat, even though the majority of licensed drivers are women.
—Jeff McMurray, Arkansas Online, 23 Nov. 2025
It’s routinely tested in the passenger or back seat but seldom in the driver’s seat, even though the majority of licensed drivers are women.
—Jeff McMurray, Fortune, 23 Nov. 2025
Thanks to licensed collections from popular partners like Disney and Netflix, the store showcases pieces from popular shows and movies such as Stranger Things and Lilo and Stich.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Nov. 2025
No Drone Zones are areas where unmanned aerial vehicles are prohibited or require a permit from a government agency to be obtained before a licensed operator can fly their drone.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 21 Nov. 2025
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Jeff McMurray, Arkansas Online, 23 Nov. 2025
It’s routinely tested in the passenger or back seat but seldom in the driver’s seat, even though the majority of licensed drivers are women.
—Jeff McMurray, Fortune, 23 Nov. 2025
Thanks to licensed collections from popular partners like Disney and Netflix, the store showcases pieces from popular shows and movies such as Stranger Things and Lilo and Stich.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Nov. 2025
No Drone Zones are areas where unmanned aerial vehicles are prohibited or require a permit from a government agency to be obtained before a licensed operator can fly their drone.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 21 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for licensed
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“Licensed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/licensed. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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