as in to obey
to act according to the commands of
an independent-minded person who refuses to conform to the dictates of society
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While the breed may not always leap to obey commands, early training and socialization can channel that intelligence into loyal companionship.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025 -
Other restrictions include fealty to the concept that a husband is the head of the family, and his wife is legally bound to obey him.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
17 June 2025
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After going down 3-1 in the bottom of the second, Lindor hit the first of the trio of third-inning homers, with Nimmo and Soto following suit to put the Mets back on top, 4-3.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
22 June 2025
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Safety Tips for Marinating Meat To keep marinated meat safe and prevent foodborne illness, follow these safety guidelines: Always refrigerate: Store marinating meat in the refrigerator.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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“Conform (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conform%20%28to%29. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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