deputed

past tense of depute
as in appointed
to appoint as one's representative the governor has the authority to depute anyone

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Recent Examples of deputed This ability to chop and change without unduly weakening the team — Smith seamlessly replacing top scorer Kieffer Moore over Christmas as midfielder George Thomason deputed admirably at left wing-back — could become even more important if further progress is made in the Cup. Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
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  • Kaufman was appointed to the Senate in 2008 when former President Joe Biden resigned to become vice president.
    Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 28 June 2026
  • Huffines defeated Kelly Hancock, a longtime Abbott ally who the governor appointed to the seat in July.
    Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 27 June 2026
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  • Yes, the executive has the power under the law to issue and terminate TPS, but the law is clear that this is not a decision delegated to the occupant of the Oval Office; it’s supposed to be made by Homeland Security officials after careful consideration of country conditions by experts.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 26 June 2026
  • Under the agreement approved by the board, Chancellor Rodrigues will work with Levine to identify an outside consultant to review governance documents, delegated authorities and university boards of trustees policies throughout the university system.
    Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 25 June 2026
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  • The journey from 1600 to 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue To humanize the presidency amid the height of World War II, Stephen Early, Roosevelt’s press secretary, commissioned Rockwell to create the suite of paintings.
    Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 25 June 2026
  • On Tuesday, North Korea commissioned the 5,000-ton destroyer that Kim touted as a symbol of the country’s growing naval and nuclear capabilities.
    ABC News, ABC News, 25 June 2026

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“Deputed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deputed. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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