1
as in to obey
to act according to the commands of
the guards rushed to comply with the warden's orders
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2
as in to fulfill
to do what is required by the terms of
were summarily threatened with a lawsuit if they did not comply with the contract
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comply (with)
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Many Christians would likely find Muslim values, including giving to charities and teaching children to obey their parents, similar to those found in their own faith.—
Annie Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026 -
Estey was taken into custody at the scene and charged with driving under the influence and failure to obey a traffic control signal, police said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
12 Feb. 2026
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For Guizio, delving further into footwear fulfills a goal of offering the customer a full wardrobe dressing.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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More paraprofessionals in particular would help ensure the district is meeting legal obligation to fulfill the needs of students with Individualized Education Programs, or IEPs.—
Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
18 Feb. 2026
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Aaron Zettler-Mann, executive director of South Yuba River Citizens League, explained that flows on the lower Yuba River briefly fell following the rupture, stranding young salmon in the rocks along the shore.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Ryan Mutschler led the Hawks with 21, followed by Sebastian Brown with 11 and Samuel Light with 10, including making three from beyond the arc.—
Zach McMahon,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
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Breakfast Habits to Boost Your Energy Fortunately, several delicious and nutritious breakfast habits can boost energy levels and satisfy your cravings.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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Pizza fans can find casual, satisfying slices at Mezza Luna Pizza, which offers a relaxed, counter-service experience.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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This McGill and Chinese University of Hong Kong grad also has bylines in Architectural Digest, Men's Journal, Town & Country, and Observer—occasionally trading his keyboard for time in front of cameras for brand campaigns or keeping conversations flowing as a panel moderator.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Gabe Gordon and Timothy Gibbons leaned into the Olympics mood while keeping it hot and fun with a collection influenced by ’80s figure skaters, school girls and a whole lot of vintage Americana.—
Irene Kim,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2026
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The numbers represent subs launched but not necessarily completed and added to the active-duty fleet, where the US still maintains a large advantage.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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The survey, which takes about one to two minutes to complete, invites parents and primary caregivers to share their experiences with child care, pediatric and mental health access, cost of living, long commutes and other everyday challenges.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Comply (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comply%20%28with%29. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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