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as in enabling
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 licensing
Eric Zamparripa, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Occupational licensing serves to protect the public health, safety, and welfare in a wide range of sectors of the economy.
—Doug McCauley, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
Cities and towns across Massachusetts that waited for months for FIFA licensing approvals to host watch parties are finally starting to receive them, as other communities receive final public safety funding from the state.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 27 May 2026
Oceanside initially legalized medical marijuana in 2018 and since then has gradually expanded its licensing program.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Halty acknowledged concerns over potential NWSL brand regulations that could require footwear companies to pay licensing fees for on-field exposure, a model more common in American sports leagues than in global soccer.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Therapists are also held accountable by state licensing boards and are held accountable for treatment outcomes where youth are endangered whilst AI chatbots are not.
—Judith Joseph, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The electronic licensing system will enter its first phase on June 9.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 26 May 2026
In a 1953 feature, WWD praised Dior for maintaining strict control over its licensing operations.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Jeff Nguyen, CBS News, 28 May 2026
The company makes money by licensing its technology — including screens, sound systems and projectors — to exhibitors.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 28 May 2026
The French pharmaceutical giant eschewed licensing an enterprise version of the AI chatbot ChatGPT for internal use.
—John Kell, Fortune, 27 May 2026
The American company is licensing the system from Italian manufacturer Bassi Group International.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Like any automaker, Jeep isn't afraid to collect a few bucks licensing out its brand to slap onto all kinds of basic lifestyle gear and consumer goods – from tote bags and tumblers to cheese boards and electric wine openers.
—C.c. Weiss
may 22, New Atlas, 22 May 2026
The influence of ReelShort continues to grow, with Business Insider yesterday reporting that Peacock has begun licensing microdramas from the platform, as the major streamers experiment with vertical video offers.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The agency’s disciplinary process is unique among licensing bodies in California in how much is kept secret, Fitzhugh said.
—Holly McDede, ProPublica, 12 May 2026
This makes a more flexible approach to licensing all the more important.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 10 May 2026
Noun
Connecticut offers this model for barber licensing, allowing online instruction paired with in-person training or apprenticeships.
—Eric Zamparripa, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Occupational licensing serves to protect the public health, safety, and welfare in a wide range of sectors of the economy.
—Doug McCauley, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
Cities and towns across Massachusetts that waited for months for FIFA licensing approvals to host watch parties are finally starting to receive them, as other communities receive final public safety funding from the state.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 27 May 2026
Oceanside initially legalized medical marijuana in 2018 and since then has gradually expanded its licensing program.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Halty acknowledged concerns over potential NWSL brand regulations that could require footwear companies to pay licensing fees for on-field exposure, a model more common in American sports leagues than in global soccer.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Therapists are also held accountable by state licensing boards and are held accountable for treatment outcomes where youth are endangered whilst AI chatbots are not.
—Judith Joseph, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The electronic licensing system will enter its first phase on June 9.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 26 May 2026
In a 1953 feature, WWD praised Dior for maintaining strict control over its licensing operations.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Verb
Raman also believes there needs to be more enforcement of licensing for food vendors, even though the California legislature passed a law to decriminalize street vending in 2019.
—Jeff Nguyen, CBS News, 28 May 2026
The company makes money by licensing its technology — including screens, sound systems and projectors — to exhibitors.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 28 May 2026
The French pharmaceutical giant eschewed licensing an enterprise version of the AI chatbot ChatGPT for internal use.
—John Kell, Fortune, 27 May 2026
The American company is licensing the system from Italian manufacturer Bassi Group International.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Like any automaker, Jeep isn't afraid to collect a few bucks licensing out its brand to slap onto all kinds of basic lifestyle gear and consumer goods – from tote bags and tumblers to cheese boards and electric wine openers.
—C.c. Weiss
may 22, New Atlas, 22 May 2026
The influence of ReelShort continues to grow, with Business Insider yesterday reporting that Peacock has begun licensing microdramas from the platform, as the major streamers experiment with vertical video offers.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The agency’s disciplinary process is unique among licensing bodies in California in how much is kept secret, Fitzhugh said.
—Holly McDede, ProPublica, 12 May 2026
This makes a more flexible approach to licensing all the more important.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for licensing
Noun
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Even if the allegations were true, the states’ attorneys said, they should be addressed by the federal agency that regulates commercial driver’s license standards.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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Robb is the only candidate with an appraiser license or any direct experience performing appraisals and assessments.—
East Bay Times editorial,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
Verb
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Nanometer processes refer to chip manufacturing technology, with smaller nodes typically enabling faster and more efficient semiconductors.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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The initiative aims to free entrepreneurs from tedious operational work, enabling them to achieve the output of larger businesses.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
Noun
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Used with the permission of the publisher, Doubleday.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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This article originally appeared in Spektrum der Wissenschaft and was reproduced with permission.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
25 May 2026
Verb
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Rancho Cordova voters approved Measures R and S in 2024, authorizing general obligation bonds for school renovations, according to a district handout.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
20 May 2026
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On August 7, 1979, the Iranian government announced a new law authorizing the suspension of publications critical of the leadership.—
April White,
JSTOR Daily,
20 May 2026
Noun
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According to a spokesperson for the South Coast AQMD, the agency has been working closely with GKN to help resolve the permitting issues.—
Tony Saavedra,
Oc Register,
23 May 2026
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That plan is now visibly shaping decisions — from undergrounding utilities to establishing fire-resistant rebuilding standards and streamlining permitting.—
Jeffery Marino,
Mercury News,
23 May 2026
Verb
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Instead of optimizing for a moment of attention, this strategy focuses on equipping audiences with tools or knowledge, engaging them through participation and empowering them to carry ideas forward through their own networks and communities.—
Felicity Fellows,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Data connectivity is also empowering garment workers and providing insights into the movement of goods through the manufacturing process to meet reporting requirements.—
SJ STAFF,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
Noun
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But, as is often the case with these kinds of monkey’s paws, the granting of a wish comes at a great cost—the wishmaker’s life.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
24 Apr. 2026
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In this age of excess and endless wish granting, self denial becomes a superpower and a necessity.—
Maggie Anders,
Oc Register,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His debut short The Last Dance premiered in 2025 and screened at over 40 festivals worldwide, winning multiple awards and qualifying for BAFTA and BIFA.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
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Look for rebates and tax credits Many utility companies, manufacturers and government programs are still offering rebates or tax incentives for qualifying high-efficiency HVAC systems.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Licensing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/licensing. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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