| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| PULLRANK | Exercise one's authority |
| WIELD | Exercise authority |
| RULE | Exercise authority |
| CRACKTHEWHIP | Exercise authority |
| WEARTHETROUSERS | Exercise authority |
| GOVERN | Exercise authority over |
| WIELD | Exercise, as authority |
| EXERT | Exercise, as authority |
| POWERTRIP | Self-indulgent exercise of authority |
