21.   Mismanagement and corruption also has eroded government authority throughout the region.

22.   The government further eroded U.N. authority by arresting three residents who work for the agency, allegedly for not having proper work permits.

23.   There was some concern that bringing him to New York with Irabu could erode the authority of pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre.

24.   Though President Kim was not implicated, the scandal seriously eroded his authority in the closing months of his term.

25.   Though President Kim was not implicated, the scandal eroded his authority in the closing months of his term.

26.   Mandela acknowledged that the looming elections had generated anxiety among traditional leaders unsure if their authority will be eroded by new democratic structures.