1
as in edict
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
the boss doesn't give out many decrees, but he does expect those that are issued to be fully obeyed
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2
as in ruling
an order publicly issued by an authority
a decree issued by the state's supreme court to the legislature
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as in to order
to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority
the new supervisor decreed that thenceforth coffee breaks would have a 15-minute limit
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Recent Examples of decree
Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree to withdraw Ukraine from the Ottawa Convention banning antipersonnel land mines, a Ukrainian lawmaker said Sunday.
—Volodymyr Yurchuk, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025
Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
To try to circumvent this, in 2016, Abbas decreed a special court into existence — but its legitimacy is up for debate.
—Sean Durns, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
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Noun
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday signed a decree to withdraw the country from the Ottawa Convention, an international treaty that bans the use and stockpiling of antipersonnel landmines, the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) confirmed on Sunday.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree to withdraw Ukraine from the Ottawa Convention banning antipersonnel land mines, a Ukrainian lawmaker said Sunday.
—Volodymyr Yurchuk, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025
Verb
As a result of our work, in November 2023, the then-new Commissioner Martin O’Malley decreed that no more than 10% of a person’s benefit would be withheld, to avoid tragic consequences.
—Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
To try to circumvent this, in 2016, Abbas decreed a special court into existence — but its legitimacy is up for debate.
—Sean Durns, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decree
Noun
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Similarly, the May edict only allowed garments to pass through the Nhava Sheva and Kolkata seaports.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
3 July 2025
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Braun wants to drive down health care costs and expand access in rural areas ― a broad edict the legislature started working on in 2023.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
Noun
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However, that lifeline is likely temporary: A recent Supreme Court ruling that limited nationwide injunctions could affect the outcome of the Job Corps case and, in turn, the program’s operations.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
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But the ruling halted enough of the regulations for Planned Parenthood to begin offering procedural abortions again.—
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arkansasonline.com,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Some of those claims were dismissed by a judge in 2024, but the lawsuit was still ordered to move forward; in June, however, Lizzo filed an appeal aimed at shutting it down for good on the grounds that the dancers’ claims clashed with her First Amendment rights.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
1 July 2025
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The company has been ordering fireworks a year in advance, Marietta said.—
Tim Hrenchir,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
Noun
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The first is do not send or accept wire instructions by email.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
12 July 2025
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Some sirens can broadcast specific instructions, which can help.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
11 July 2025
Noun
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That directive would shape how every department functioned.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 July 2025
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For them, Akil’s message was both a reminder and a directive: talent is only part of the equation—vision, ownership, and longevity matter just as much.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
4 July 2025
Verb
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Hoyos, 20, requested that applicants create a final product that was engaging, cohesive and matched her specific style.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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By postgame Friday, Correa felt good enough to request to play in Saturday’s afternoon game, but Twins trainers declined.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
Noun
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The Supreme Court said district judges generally can't issue nationwide, or universal, injunctions.—
HOLLY RAMER,
arkansasonline.com,
11 July 2025
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The department also argued that the request for the preliminary injunction and class status were premature and argued for time to appeal.—
Katherine Koretski,
NBC news,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Until this can be verified, the City Council must not come close to making any final decision.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Lawyers for the defendants, including alleged ringleader Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, are weighing whether to appeal the decision to the full federal bench or the U.S. Supreme Court.—
Sacha Pfeiffer,
NPR,
11 July 2025
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“Decree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decree. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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