Here are examples of the word/phrase "authorized" used in a sentence and paraphrased in a sentence...
He was able to do such a difficult task because God authorized him to.
He was able to do such a difficult task because God sanctioned him to.
The special task force was authorized to use advanced weaponry for that particular mission.
The special task force was allowed to use advanced weaponry for that particular mission.
Finally, I have been authorized to open the safe.
Finally, I have been permitted to open the safe.
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