Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

Wield No Power In Authority Crossword Clue

There is 1 exact and 147 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is EXERT which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
Check other possible answers below.
We think the answer to this crossword clue is: EXERT

Best Possible Answers

Tip: Select a length for advanced search!
RankLettersAnswerClue
199%5Exact Match!
243%6Wield overwhelming power in authority
334%6Wield authority

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "EXERT" which means:

    verb
  • • Put to use
  • • Have and exercise
  • • Make a great effort at a mental or physical task

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She had to exert all her strength to lift the heavy boxes."
  • • "He exerted his authority to make sure the task was completed."

Users Also Searched For These Clues...

We think you're currently doing a Telegraph Cryptic crossword, and other users also searched for these clues:

Runs programmes of study
Popular position, for example
A clue Tracy cracked without error

Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
Telegraph Cryptic26 Sep 2023 Across 13
This clue was last seen in the publications above.

How's It Work?

Our Data

Our database consists of millions of crossword clues, anagrams, synonyms and more. We have over 9 million crossword clues with answers, 5 million synonyms and over 10 million anagrams. We also keep track of popular crosswords such as the New York Times(NYT) with the dates and answers for your convenience.

Even if we don't have the clue in our database, we can still find the answer for you. Simply filter by number of letters and enter any characters that you know of, and our algorithm will return any matching words or phrases.

Alternatively you can use our Known Letters Finder Tool

Similar Clues

ClueSource
1
Greatest in status, authority or power
The Guardian Quick - 30 Dec 2017
The Guardian Quick / 30 Dec 2017
2
To wield power or authority in a high-handed manner
3
Wield, as power
New York Times - 21 Dec 2010
New York Times / 21 Dec 2010
4
Wield authority
New York Times - 09 Mar 2004
New York Times / 09 Mar 2004
5
Wield authority
6
Wield authority dismissing parliamentary leader
The Guardian Cryptic - 07 Jan 2014
The Guardian Cryptic / 07 Jan 2014
7
Wield overwhelming power in authority
The Guardian Everyman - 01 Apr 2018
The Guardian Everyman / 01 Apr 2018

Similar Clues With The Same Answers

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen