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The Measure Of Authority Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "RULER" which means:
- noun
- • A person who rules or commands
- • Measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths verb
- • To beat with a ruler (as a traditional school punishment).
An example sentence would be:
- • "Please use a ruler to draw a straight line."
- • "The ruler of the country issued a statement."
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