Permission or Obligation

to keep following a certain regulation, belief, or agreement

The employees must adhere to the dress code.

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Employees are expected to comply with the company's code of conduct.

permission or approval given for something to happen or be done

The doctor explained the procedure in detail before asking for the patient's consent.

to refuse to respect a person of authority or to observe a law, rule, etc.

The rebellious teenager decided to defy the instructions given by their parents.

to carefully watch something in order gain knowledge or understanding about the subject

Scientists observe the behavior of animals in their natural habitats.

to make someone do something

The convincing argument compelled her to change her stance on the issue.

officially allowed or accepted according to the rules or laws that apply to a particular situation

The company's operations were deemed legitimate after passing all regulatory inspections.

willing to accept, respect, and understand different behaviors, beliefs, opinions, etc.

She has a liberal attitude towards social issues, advocating for equality and justice.

necessary as a result of a rule or law

The completion of safety training is obligatory for all new employees before they start work.

to have a moral duty or be forced to do a particular thing, often due to legal reasons

After receiving such generous help from her neighbor, she felt obliged to return the favor by watching their pets while they were away.

not allowed or possible

Going on vacation this summer is out of the question due to work commitments.

to bring someone or something under control through laws and rules

The school decided to restrict access to certain areas for student safety.

(of a rule, process, etc.) strictly followed or applied

The school has a rigorous dress code that all students must follow.

serious and strict in manner or attitude, often showing disapproval or authority

The stern teacher maintained order in the classroom with her strict rules.

in a manner that is less strict when punishing someone or when enforcing a law

The judge decided to sentence the first-time offender leniently, considering their remorse.

an amount of something that is permitted

Children receive a weekly allowance to learn the value of money and budgeting.

the amount of space or distance separating two objects

The plane's wing had minimal clearance from the hangar wall.

the action of making people obey a law or regulation

The police department is responsible for the enforcement of traffic laws in the city.

to go away from somewhere

She left her friends at the party without any goodbye.

approval to begin a project

The manager gives the green light for the project to proceed.

used to show that something is very important and needs to happen

Students must submit their applications before the deadline.

the action of respecting or following the instructions of someone in authority

The soldier's strict obedience to orders earned him a commendation.

the action of refusing to approve, accept, consider, or support something

The author's manuscript faced multiple rejections before finally being published.

the power one has to influence decisions and actions

She had the final say-so in approving the budget for the project.

rules that determine what one should or should not do in a particular situation

The employee should follow the dos and don'ts outlined in the company handbook.

used to show compliance with a specific rule, guideline, or standard

All employees are required to act in accordance with the company's code of ethics.

strictly adhering to established rules, procedures, or standardized practices

The detective solved the case by the book, meticulously gathering evidence and following every procedure.

to encourage someone to carry out a particular action without any reservations

Feel free to ask any questions during the meeting.

to do things as one sees fit, not according to laws or rules

Despite the company guidelines, she preferred to play by her own rules when managing her team.

to be or act in accordance with a rule, standard, etc.

Students are expected to conform to the school's dress code.

a person who refuses or fails to act in accordance with rules, standards, or instructions

Each non-compliant was given a warning before stricter action was taken.

to do a particular thing that is unlawful or wrong

He was arrested for attempting to commit fraud by falsifying financial documents.

supporting traditional values and beliefs and not willing to accept any contradictory change

She was raised in a conservative household where adherence to tradition was strongly emphasized.