[exercise] {one's} authority
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to use one's power or influence to make decisions and enforce control in a leadership or authoritative role
- The manager needed to exercise his authority to maintain discipline in the workplace.
- The CEO is responsible for exercising authority to guide the company's direction.
- Elected officials exercise their authority by passing laws and making policy decisions.
- The manager decided to exercise authority and make a firm decision.
- She exercises her authority to ensure that company policies are followed.