as in takeovers
the unlawful taking or withholding of something from the rightful owner under a guise of authority
the legislature's arrogation of certain powers that are explicitly reserved by the constitution for the judiciary
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Lead poisoning, meanwhile, can be difficult to detect, but even small amounts can cause health problems in children, including developmental delays, learning difficulties and seizures.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
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Taking a dosage too high could result in seizures and hospitalization.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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Once established, the commission would be able to enter agreements or contracts for grants or appropriations from federal, state, and local governments, individuals, foundations or other organizations.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
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Chicago Tribune 64 Comments The commission would spend money from the professional sports development fund, which would be funded through general assembly appropriations, grants, gifts and donations.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Arrogations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrogations. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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