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deputize someone as something to assign someone the temporary power to act in some official capacity. The sheriff deputized Chuck as an aid during the uprising. Chuck was deputized as an officer of the law. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Before leaving on his new mission, Chen deputizes his assistant to carry on the investigation in Shanghai. In addition to authorizing the fence, House Republicans moved to deputize local law enforcement officers as immigration agents and allow for the indefinite detainment of illegal immigrants. It also had features that gave New Delhi the ability to deputize state bureaucrats and appoint state governors. |
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