The city obtained almost unparalleled authority over its watershed lands earlier in this century.

And bureau officials say they are only trying to obtain authority that is already granted to other agencies involved in law enforcement.

I have obtained such authority from my superior officer and will use it.

Administration officials said they would work hard to obtain fast-track authority.

The system introduced a new type of fuse, but was able to obtain authority from an independent safety review in record time.

A solicitor is required to obtain authority to use the green form scheme in such proceedings.

He rose to general manager, apparently obtaining so much power and authority in his area that it was difficult for others to challenge him.

I had tried to get him working for us at one time but Dawlish bad failed to obtain authority to do it.

Rarely before has the Government obtained such broad authority to supervise a union's finances.

It is necessary for the European Union to obtain clear authority to take action in this area of policy.