# authorizes

Pronunciation: say "AW-thuh-ryz-iz" US /ˈɔθəɹaɪzɪz/, UK /ˈɔːθəɹaɪzɪz/

## Verb

1. Third-person singular simple present of authorize. — third-person singular simple present indicative of authorize
   - Simple: Third-person singular simple present of authorize. Use this form with he, she, or it.
   - _The board authorizes spending only after reviewing each proposal in detail._
   - _Federal law authorizes the agency to inspect any facility without warning._

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