Clark soon extended his authority to the nearby French settlements.

And he has extended his authority to regional politics.

The new men extended their authority far beyond their own estates.

It urged the government to extend its authority throughout the country, including the diamond-producing areas.

At the same time, New York sought to extend its authority over the territory.

They were good judges, and Parry had left them in place, extending their authority.

We must not spare efforts to help the central government extend its authority to the entire country.

With their support, he extended its authority over much of the island.

But then the man attempted to illegally extend his authority.

The government must be helped to extend its authority throughout the country.