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or licence
1
as in permission
the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something
the company is seeking license to operate several more power plants in the state
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2
as in delegation
the granting of power to perform various acts or duties
a restaurant owner has to get a license to serve food and drink
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3
as in authorization
the right to act or move freely
military commanders on the ground must be granted considerable license, as wars cannot be micromanaged by people back in Washington
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also licence
as in to enable
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 license
Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2025
Many have also cited concerns with the department's proposal for acquiring it: trading 2.5 million mugshots for free access to licenses from the company Biometrica.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Aug. 2025
People who are hired as school counselors in Indiana must be licensed – but there is no such thing as a chaplaincy license.
—Amy Lawton, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2025
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Noun
New debut launch then targeted November, but FAA only gave launch license on Dec. 27, same day as the rocket’s first test hot fire on the pad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station’s Space Launch Complex 36.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2025
Many have also cited concerns with the department's proposal for acquiring it: trading 2.5 million mugshots for free access to licenses from the company Biometrica.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
Instead, licensed dispensaries access CURT to verify prescriptions before dispensing products.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Aug. 2025
People who are hired as school counselors in Indiana must be licensed – but there is no such thing as a chaplaincy license.
—Amy Lawton, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for license
Noun
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Resolution was granted permission to join the lawsuit in 2023.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Nicole Brownstein, the press secretary for the city’s public schools, said the agency has helped connect families with their permission to legal support and other resources.—
Cayla Bamberger,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The makeup of the Russian delegation suggests that future economic cooperation will be on the table.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The former president participated in a call with Texas House Democrats on Thursday, Aug. 14, and expressed his support for the delegation as most of its members remain out of state in an attempt to stymie their GOP colleagues' effort to pass a new congressional map.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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What used to require a single prior authorization could now face multiple layers, which means more delays and higher denial rates.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Restrictions should include prohibiting sharing information about residents, removing federal agents from local police facilities, and rescinding or narrowing authorizations to enforce local law.—
Spencer Reynolds,
Time,
8 Aug. 2025
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While starting and running a business can be a rewarding experience, exiting enables founders to pursue other opportunities while new leaders continue the mission and drive sustainable growth.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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That specialization enables his team to delve into the technical nuances of estate planning while also mastering the softer skills of listening and translating legalese into workable plans.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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For example, independent redistricting commissions—often advocated for by Democrats—drew a significantly larger share of seats that would have otherwise been drawn by Democrats in the wake of the 2020 census, compared to those that would have been drawn by Republicans.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The commission’s Gross Gaming Revenues report reflects a $2 billion increase over fiscal year 2023 and a 4.6% overall growth rate for the year across the tribal gaming industry.—
Frank Vaisvilas,
jsonline.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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There is nonetheless greater media freedom in Ukraine — a prerequisite for Kyiv’s aspirations to EU membership.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
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Either seeking a safe haven or freedom, the teens help break the horses that nobody else wants.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Democrats in the state Senate have proposed a constitutional amendment to permit mid-decade redistricting, but this would require a referendum that could only be held in 2027 at the earliest, City and State reported.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The state is ranked 43rd in housing affordability and permitting for new housing units is down almost 40% compared to the period before the 2008 Great Recession, Moore said.—
Bryan P. Sears,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Community is one of the pillars of the brand’s ethos, seen in diverse projects such as its work with the Scottish capital’s university, the promotion of local craftspeople, its large network of engaged influencers and even the cross-generational aspects of its products.—
Gemma A. Williams,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Additionally, Wrangler will be running radio advertisements in each tour market, offering promotions, seat upgrades, and ticket giveaways.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Aug. 2025
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“License.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/license. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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