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Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation - Rules and Requirements

Here you will learn some English words related to rules and requirements such as "leniently", "policing", and "obliged".

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Words Related to Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation
law
[noun]

a country's rules that all of its citizens are required to obey

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to officially state that something, such as a principle or rule must be obeyed

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legit
[Adjective]

approved or allowed by the law

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lenient
[Adjective]

(of a person) tolerant, flexible, or relaxed in enforcing rules or standards, often forgiving and understanding toward others

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leniently
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The judge sentenced the first-time leniently, taking into account their remorse and cooperation .
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to treat a specific case differently from the usual rule or practice

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must
[Verb]

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

Ex: must complete the survey to provide valuable feedback .
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necessary
[Adjective]

unable to be changed or avoided

Ex: The flooding was necessary consequence of the heavy rain and poor drainage system .
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necessity
[noun]

the fact that something must happen or is needed

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need
[noun]

a condition or situation in which something is necessary

Ex: The school was set up in response to a need.
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non-compliant
[Adjective]

refusing to follow a law or rule

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obligatory
[Adjective]

necessary as a result of a rule or law

Ex: Filling out the necessary paperwork obligatory before starting a new job .
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to comply with laws or regulations

Ex: The restaurant observe food safety regulations to maintain hygiene standards and prevent foodborne illnesses .
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to order
[Verb]

to give an instruction to someone to do something through one's authority

Ex: The ordered the crew to prepare for an emergency landing .
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ordinance
[noun]

an official rule or order that is imposed by the law or someone with authority

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

Ex: She found success in the fashion industry playing by her own rules and setting unique trends .
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to police
[Verb]

to oversee and enforce laws, regulations, or safety measures in a specific area, typically carried out by law enforcement or responsible authorities

Ex: Authorities police online platforms to prevent illegal activities and ensure user safety .
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something that is required as a precondition for something else following

Ex: Completing the introductory course is prerequisite for enrolling in advanced classes .
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(of a law or a rule) to specify that it is obligatory for something to be done

Ex: The local provides that pet owners must clean up after their animals in public spaces .
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provided (that)
[conjunction]

used for stating conditions necessary for something to happen or be available

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providing (that)
[conjunction]

on the condition that; understanding that

Ex: He will move to the new positionproviding his current project is completed .
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proviso
[noun]

a condition that needs accepting before making an agreement

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