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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
Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
The landscape was further muddled by the CDC announcing that the Covid-19 vaccines would remain on the childhood immunization schedule, contradicting RFK Jr.’s decree.
—Shreyas Teegala, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 June 2025
EW.com, 16 June 2025
Last year, a Montana court decreed that the Montana state government was required to act to reduce emissions in the state because the state’s atmosphere was held in public trust.
—Josiah Neeley, Oc Register, 21 May 2025
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Noun
Unlike the new Wednesday decree, AMC’s Tuesday discount varies from market to market.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
The landscape was further muddled by the CDC announcing that the Covid-19 vaccines would remain on the childhood immunization schedule, contradicting RFK Jr.’s decree.
—Shreyas Teegala, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 June 2025
Verb
In the final season of Cobra Kai, Sekai Taikai boss Gunther Braun (played by Carsten Norgaard) decrees the tournament will be fought on red mats once again — but this time, Johnny comes out the victor.
—EW.com, 16 June 2025
Last year, a Montana court decreed that the Montana state government was required to act to reduce emissions in the state because the state’s atmosphere was held in public trust.
—Josiah Neeley, Oc Register, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decree
Noun
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President Trump’s new travel ban has sparked widespread outrage and fear in New York’s sprawling Haitian community, by far the biggest local diaspora group affected by the edict aimed at 12 nations.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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In the meantime, however, these discriminatory government edicts will continue to violate Coloradans’ rights of free speech and free exercise of religion, and adversely impact the privacy, safety, professional conduct, and even health of those who disagree with the government’s ideology.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
7 June 2025
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Under Iran's constitution, the Supreme Leader must be a male Shiite cleric known for piety, political wisdom, and jurisprudential authority—typically a Mujtahid, recognized by peers as qualified to issue religious rulings.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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Among the biggest developments was a ruling against language to prevent immigrants who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents from receiving food assistance in accordance with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), often referred to as food stamps.—
Mychael Schnell,
The Hill,
23 June 2025
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Saturday’s strikes raised immediate questions about the extent of the U.S. involvement in the Middle East and about Trump’s authority to order the bombings without congressional approval.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
22 June 2025
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Mahmoud Khalil greeted friends and spoke briefly to reporters Saturday at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey a day after a judge ordered his release from a federal immigration facility in Louisiana.—
Holly Ramer,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2025
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What the data show The crime rate in CMS increased after the COVID-19 pandemic when students returned to in-person instruction.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2025
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Where applicable, include order confirmations, status updates, and next-step instructions.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Amelie overrides her prime directive and begins enacting her main agenda, which is to get uploaded into cyberspace and take over all online networks in the name of world domination, yadda yadda yadda.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2025
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Sharing your directives, powers of attorney, and care preferences gives your children the confidence to act quickly.—
Raul Elizalde,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
Verb
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Registration is requested for all programs; call 386-668-3840 or email lperez@volusia.org to sign up.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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However, Antetokounmpo has not formally requested a trade, and the Nets lack a contending roster.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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In September 2022, an Ohio lower court granted a temporary restraining order before granting a preliminary injunction a few weeks later.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
17 June 2025
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While the new law is set to take effect Aug. 5, the families have also filed a motion for preliminary injunction asking the court to temporarily prevent implementation while the lawsuit is pending, according to a news release.—
Natalie Demaree,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2025
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The parliamentarian's initial decisions mean Republicans have yanked out efforts to curb environmental regulations; restrict federal judges' powers; bulk up immigration enforcement; and cut funding from a consumer protection agency.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
29 June 2025
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But the decision to start Rice was notable with Austin Wells hitting .150 with just one extra-base hit, a double, over his last 12 games.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2025
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“Decree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decree. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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