as in permissions
the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something
some employees suspected that the supervisor had no warrant from the CEO for instituting the draconian work rules
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1
as in guarantees
to assume responsibility for the satisfactory quality or performance of
the computer company unconditionally warrants all of its products for one full year
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as in approves
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the state constitution warrants these measures
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as in requires
to have as a requirement
the situation warrants your immediate attention
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as in insists
to state as a fact usually forcefully
we'll all be dead before that happens, I warrant
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as in enables
to give official or legal power to
bailiffs are warranted to enforce the subpoena
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Recent Examples of warrants
Kevin Collier, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
Most immigration arrests are carried out under administrative warrants.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2026
In recent weeks, Democrats have raised concerns with ICE and other immigration authorities who wear masks, operate without judicial warrants and question their use of force while interacting with the general public.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
The International Criminal Court in The Hague has multiple outstanding arrest warrants for Russian officials for war crimes.
—Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
That, of course, warrants further study.
—Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Right now, enforcement agents are often using administrative warrants, or internal documents signed by immigration officers that authorize specific arrests but not searches.
—Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Nearly a dozen people were arrested during the operation on outstanding warrants or drug charges.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Their demands include things like clear identification for officers and warrants to enter homes and businesses.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
This dynamic – the temptation to close on a narrative before the evidence warrants it – seen most recently in the Homeland Security secretary’s assertions, echoes long-standing insights in intelligence scholarship and formal analytic standards.
—Brian O'Neill, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2026
The author suggests the current situation warrants similar action.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The growing awareness that, even in mild COVID cases, the possibility exists for longer-term, often undetected organ damage also warrants more examination, researchers say.
—Stephanie Armour, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
The growing awareness that, even in mild COVID cases, the possibility exists for longer-term, often undetected organ damage also warrants more examination, researchers say.
—Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Hood could have a performance that warrants conversation about the Cowboys selecting him with one of their two first-round picks.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 27 Jan. 2026
With some franchises, that warrants a contract extension.
—Zach Berman, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Although deforestation understandably warrants strong concern, the world has lost wetlands at three times the rate of forest loss in recent decades, with the world losing more than 20% of its wetlands since 1970.
—Jeff Opperman, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
Unlike other police tech companies, Flock uses the video to create a centralized database and lets participating police officers around the country track vehicles’ movements without warrants.
—Kevin Collier, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
Most immigration arrests are carried out under administrative warrants.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2026
In recent weeks, Democrats have raised concerns with ICE and other immigration authorities who wear masks, operate without judicial warrants and question their use of force while interacting with the general public.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
The International Criminal Court in The Hague has multiple outstanding arrest warrants for Russian officials for war crimes.
—Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
That, of course, warrants further study.
—Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Right now, enforcement agents are often using administrative warrants, or internal documents signed by immigration officers that authorize specific arrests but not searches.
—Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Nearly a dozen people were arrested during the operation on outstanding warrants or drug charges.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Their demands include things like clear identification for officers and warrants to enter homes and businesses.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
Chief Deputy Chris Ketteman, who ranks just below the sheriff, decides whether each complaint warrants an internal affairs investigation or can be handled by a supervisor.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
This dynamic – the temptation to close on a narrative before the evidence warrants it – seen most recently in the Homeland Security secretary’s assertions, echoes long-standing insights in intelligence scholarship and formal analytic standards.
—Brian O'Neill, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2026
The author suggests the current situation warrants similar action.
—Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The growing awareness that, even in mild COVID cases, the possibility exists for longer-term, often undetected organ damage also warrants more examination, researchers say.
—Stephanie Armour, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
The growing awareness that, even in mild COVID cases, the possibility exists for longer-term, often undetected organ damage also warrants more examination, researchers say.
—Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Hood could have a performance that warrants conversation about the Cowboys selecting him with one of their two first-round picks.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 27 Jan. 2026
With some franchises, that warrants a contract extension.
—Zach Berman, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Although deforestation understandably warrants strong concern, the world has lost wetlands at three times the rate of forest loss in recent decades, with the world losing more than 20% of its wetlands since 1970.
—Jeff Opperman, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warrants
Noun
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Remove permissions that are not essential.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Put medical and caregiving permissions in writing where your emergency contact can find them.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Even better, the super-soft insert guarantees all-day comfort, and the flexible shape can mold to your feet or be curled in a ball and easily packed into a carry-on.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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Sweden, which had already lost 5-3 to Slovakia Saturday, cannot be seeded higher than seventh after Finland’s win, which guarantees that Sweden will play in the qualification round on Tuesday.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Samantha Brown also approves of this method.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Who within the district — executive director, deputy chief of operations or another administrator — approves a purchase depends on the amount.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
10 Feb. 2026
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Demonstrating that government can take care of the basics while accomplishing big things, which requires following through on our commitment to invest in critical needs like water, connectivity, and healthcare.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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The agency requires its divisions, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, to train officers in de-escalation techniques and to use force only after a verbal warning, if possible, and a chance to comply.—
Natasha Korecki,
NBC news,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Reluctant to leave him alone, Henry insists Bill come to stay with him and his wife Pat (Katie McGrath), giving him time also with his adoring niece Debby (Tallulah Cavanaugh).—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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Thus, quantum Darwinism insists that a unique classical world can and must emerge from quantum probabilities.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
13 Feb. 2026
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In reality, the technology is a toolkit that enables geologists to draw on data, models, and geophysics to generate valuable insights at various stages of a mining project.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Ice surfaces develop a thin, mobile surface layer, sometimes called a quasi-liquid or premelted layer, that reduces friction and enables sliding.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Many of these are the same companies that do prior authorizations for Medicare Advantage plans.—
Grace Mackleby,
The Conversation,
4 Feb. 2026
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Her decision means that, for the moment, Haitians who benefit from TPS will continue to have protections from deportations and will continue to have valid work authorizations.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Guess what bonds that group together?—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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That would be Jinu, soda-popping demon who steals souls but ultimately bonds with Rumi.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Warrants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warrants. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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