In times of crisis, consuls could, with the advice of the Senate, retire for six months in favor of a temporary ________.

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In times of crisis, consuls could retire for six months in favor of a temporary dictator, who had absolute power to make decisions and command the army. This was seen as a way to quickly respond to emergencies and prevent long delays caused by the need for consensus among the two consuls and the Senate.

In Times of Crisis, Consuls Could, with the Advice of the Senate