complying (with)

present participle of comply (with)
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complying (with)
Verb
  • In one instance, Moreno alleged that Miller, 37, began verbally harassing one of her attorneys following a court hearing in May 2026.
    Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
  • Stribling has impressed during training camp and could have a significant role as a slot receiver following the departure of Jauan Jennings in free agency to the Minnesota Vikings.
    Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • But official sources briefing Iranian media stressed any reopening of the strait would depend on the United States fulfilling what Tehran sees as its commitment to end its own naval blockade of Iran's ports.
    Mark Osborne, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Decades later, fulfilling the typical American Dream of a home with white picket fence dotting the front lawn has become all but unattainable, as home prices have soared 235% since January 2000.
    Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The department reminds motorists to drive cautiously through the area, obeying posted speed limit and road work signage.
    Isabelle Foland, Des Moines Register, 19 July 2026
  • There is a consequence to not obeying the science of immunization.
    CBS News, CBS News, 28 June 2026
Verb
  • Geared toward longer stays and keeping road warriors happy, the hotel offers a grab-and-go pantry, an evening happy hour with wine, beer, and light bites, and a buffet breakfast.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • In addition, Begnaud spent a number of years creating charcuterie boards for friends and family while keeping notes about how to turn these creations into a business someday.
    Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Dessert is a simple but satisfying vanilla or chocolate soft serve (or a swirl).
    Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • It couldn't be determined whether the firm was satisfying its margin calls through the sales.
    David Faber, CNBC, 30 July 2026
Verb
  • The remaining work includes installing equipment, carrying out system integration, and completing testing before the ropeway opens to passengers.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Hong Kong‘s Palace Museum (HKPM) has announced that its director, Louis Ng, will retire from his role in January of 2027 after completing his seven year contract.
    News Desk, Artforum, 3 Aug. 2026
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“Complying (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complying%20%28with%29. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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