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also licenced
as in enabled
to give official or legal power to
a state statute licenses county sheriffs to choose their own deputies
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Recent Examples of licensed
Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026
In general, licensed bed and breakfasts are only permitted to serve morning meals, hence the name.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Helen Branswell, STAT, 18 June 2026
Sibley still holds a Tennessee medical license; Marik is based in Virginia and is not licensed.
—ABC News, 17 June 2026
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Adjective
The owner of a former South Florida nursing school, accused of selling fake diplomas to students who then used the credentials to become licensed nurses, pleaded guilty this week to some of the federal charges lodged against her.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026
In general, licensed bed and breakfasts are only permitted to serve morning meals, hence the name.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
Verb
Multiple flu vaccines currently on the market were first licensed using an accelerated pathway, Wellington Sun, a former FDA employee, noted during the meeting’s public comment period.
—Helen Branswell, STAT, 18 June 2026
Sibley still holds a Tennessee medical license; Marik is based in Virginia and is not licensed.
—ABC News, 17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for licensed
Adjective
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The compensation plan that was passed at the June 15 board trustee meeting includes a $60,000 starting salary for certified teachers.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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Without attorneys or a certified mail tracking number, Mollica may have been out of luck.—
Christie Thompson,
NPR,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The program has enabled 17,000 upgrades in Maryland, including 10,500 in key areas near the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coast.—
CBS Baltimore Staff,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The Flow’s higher resolution is enabled by a new open-source display controller board called Enchanter.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Animals must be inspected by an authorized veterinarian/official within 5 days prior to movement.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The city has 515 authorized positions, 461 of which are currently filled, according to city spokesperson Kristyn Nelson.—
Camryn Dadey,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Rocket's Changing the Course Initiative connected thousands of Detroit households to the internet and empowered local organizations to help Detroiters make the most of it.—
Jack Springgate,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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When clear, consistent information about their activity is provided, bettors are more empowered to make informed decisions about their play, which helps keep it recreational.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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When searching, the letter writer or the cousin should be sure to seek out an accredited service that requires all their nurses be licensed and certified.—
Eric Thomas,
Sun Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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The school began offering online courses in 2020, with undergraduate and graduate degrees to prepare students for ministry leadership through its partnerships with accredited institutions.—
Frannie Comstock,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 June 2026
Verb
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China has not qualified for the men’s World Cup since 2002, but soccer remains deeply popular in the country, where more than 44 million watched South Korea’s opening game against Czechia last week, according to data from state broadcaster CCTV.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Scotland had not qualified for the World Cup in the past 28 years, so the Tartan Army had to watch the tournament from afar.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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The endorsed candidate receives direct backing from the party.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
2 June 2026
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Blake ran in the Democratic primary for mayor and cross-endorsed Mamdani.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Nov. 2025
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“Licensed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/licensed. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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