extent of one's authority

A little overwhelmed by the extent of his authority, she understood why she'd been drawn to him.

The extent of the Crown's authority varies from kingdom to kingdom.

He seems to have been widely recognized as overlord, although the extent of his authority is uncertain.

If an agency relationship were accepted, there would remain the problem of the extent of the Council's authority as agent.

Debate continues as to the legal extent of the President's authority in this regard.

I know what he does, but not the extent of his authority.

Boeing, based in Seattle, would be responsible for costs and scheduling, although the extent of its authority has not been determined.

Mr. Fowler was said to be particularly concerned about the extent of his authority.

The above-mentioned distinctions between papal documents were based on the extent of their authority.

I want to know the extent of my authority.