highest authority

Frequency: 8.528.1 per million words

Refers to the person or body with ultimate power or control.

highestADJECTIVE + NOUN

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authority

Examples (10)

  • The Supreme Court is the highest authority in legal matters.
  • She answers only to the highest authority within the organization.
  • For many, the sacred texts represent the highest authority.
  • The final decision rests with the highest authority in the land.
  • We appealed to the highest authority to resolve the dispute.
  • Only the highest authority can authorize such a drastic measure.
  • He sought approval from the highest authority before proceeding.
  • The committee is considered the highest authority on environmental policy.
  • They ignored the warnings from the highest authority.
  • Respect for the highest authority is crucial for order.