licensed
adjective
li·censed
ˈlī-sᵊn(t)st 
: having a valid license required to engage in a particular business, occupation, or activity
licensed drivers
a licensed cosmetologist
A licensed anesthesiologist must always be in the facility, though, depending on the procedure, not necessarily in the room with the patient.—
Barbara M. Swanson
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According to estimates from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, around 75% of all licensed CPAs reached retirement age by 2019.
—Paul Peterson, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Massage therapy: Regular massages from a licensed therapist can help reduce muscle stiffness and relieve neck pain and tension.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 12 May 2025
Those firms must sell their vehicles through licensed dealers.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2025
Almost a year after starting her job as a licensed health insurance agent, Lori Rakes, 23, has gained plenty of new friends, but one in particular has melted hearts online.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
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Paul Peterson, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Massage therapy: Regular massages from a licensed therapist can help reduce muscle stiffness and relieve neck pain and tension.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 12 May 2025
Those firms must sell their vehicles through licensed dealers.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2025
Almost a year after starting her job as a licensed health insurance agent, Lori Rakes, 23, has gained plenty of new friends, but one in particular has melted hearts online.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
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“Licensed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/licensed. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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