authorized
adjective
au·tho·rized
ˈȯ-thə-ˌrīzd 
1
: endowed with authority
an authorized representative
2
: sanctioned by authority : having or done with legal or official approval
an authorized biography
an authorized translation
Examples of authorized in a Sentence
an authorized biography of the former president
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For travelers within the U.S., these can be obtained through authorized veterinarians.
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025
The most relevant ones in this case include the requirement for vehicles to stay on authorized tracks and refrain from disturbing or harassing wildlife.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Mass deportations and tighter immigration controls could also have a chilling effect on authorized immigration, including workers and students in STEM fields, which could slow the development of new technologies.
—Claudia Sahm, Mercury News, 29 July 2025
This can be done at the City’s animal shelter, with an authorized vet or online.
—Bella Waters, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2025
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025
The most relevant ones in this case include the requirement for vehicles to stay on authorized tracks and refrain from disturbing or harassing wildlife.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Mass deportations and tighter immigration controls could also have a chilling effect on authorized immigration, including workers and students in STEM fields, which could slow the development of new technologies.
—Claudia Sahm, Mercury News, 29 July 2025
This can be done at the City’s animal shelter, with an authorized vet or online.
—Bella Waters, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for authorized
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“Authorized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/authorized. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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