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to enforce
01
to make individuals to behave in a particular way
Transitive: to enforce a behavior
Example
The company implemented new policies to enforce ethical behavior in the workplace.
The teacher ca n't enforce collaboration on group projects if students are unwilling to work together.
02
to ensure that a law or rule is followed
Transitive: to enforce a law or rule
Example
The police are tasked with enforcing the laws to maintain public order.
The new principal vowed to strictly enforce the school's dress code policy.
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force
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enforce
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enforceable
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enforceable
Adjective
enforcement
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enforcement
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enforcer
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enforcer
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