Executive Power
/ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv ˈpaʊər/
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- (n.) The constitutional or statutory authority vested in an executive branch to enforce laws, administer public policy, and direct government operations.
The president exercised executive power to issue the directive.
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Commentary
Executive power typically denotes the branch's action or authority in governance and is distinct from legislative or judicial functions; clarity in drafting should specify the scope and limits of this power to avoid overreach.
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