No. 4,429 in Russian
властей
"Authorities" or "powers."
In a sentence
Права и обязанности местных властей определяются законодательством.
The rights and responsibilities of local authorities are determined by legislation.
In this sentence, 'властей' is the genitive plural form of 'власть' (authority), referring to local governing bodies.
Решение властей вызвало неоднозначную реакцию у жителей.
The decision of the authorities caused a mixed reaction among the residents.
Here, 'властей' also represents authorities, highlighting their role in making decisions for the community.
Сторонники и противники властей собрали митинги по всему городу.
Supporters and opponents of the authorities held rallies throughout the city.
In this example, 'властей' emphasizes the public's division in opinion regarding the governing bodies.
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