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authorities

noun
1
The official organisations or officials with power to govern or enforce rules in a given area.
"Local authorities closed the beach after the storm."
"The authorities are investigating the cause of the fire."

How to Use Authorities

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In plain EnglishThe officials or government bodies in charge — the people with the power to enforce rules.

Common pairings
local authorities the authorities said notify the authorities
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Local _____ closed the beach after the storm.

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