powers that be

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Definition of powers that be in English Turkish dictionary

the powers that be
baştakiler, başta olanlar; kodamanlar, büyükler
English - English
The holders of power or the authorities in a given situation, especially as seen as being faceless or unreasonably bureaucratic

It appeared as though the hospital at Barchester would fall into abeyance, unless the powers that be should take some steps towards putting it once more into working order.

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powers that be

    Turkish pronunciation

    pauırz dhıt bi

    Pronunciation

    /ˈpouərz ᴛʜət bē/ /ˈpaʊɜrz ðət biː/

    Etymology

    () After the Authorized Version of the Bible, Romans 13:1: "Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: The powers that be are ordained of God."
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