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enforce

British pronunciation/ɛnfˈɔːs/
American pronunciation/ɛnˈfɔɹs/
to enforce
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to ensure that a law or rule is followed

synonyms : apply
implement
antonyms : exempt
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2

compel to behave in a certain way

synonyms : constrain
impose
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Examples
1Its courts, religious law, local priests, and a huge bureaucracy of religious officials enforced its domination.
2Judy, the new rule enforces tougher work requirements.
3Soldiers enforce a strict military curfew.
4The court enforces the law.
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