1
as in decree
an order publicly issued by an authority
the school board's edict put a new student dress code into effect
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as in instruction
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
this household's edict of long standing: no television until all homework has been completed
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Recent Examples of edict
While many edicts are necessary to protect public safety, many more are redundant, wasteful and anti-competitive, piling on unnecessary costs and stymieing innovation.
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Editorial, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2026
But that edict died with him, Vaez said.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
Like most of her peers, Agnes follows her country’s various repressive edicts directed toward young women.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
His edict contravenes the language of the Constitution, the high court’s own rulings, legislation passed by Congress, and the consistent practice of previous Presidents.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2026
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Editorial, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2026
But that edict died with him, Vaez said.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
Like most of her peers, Agnes follows her country’s various repressive edicts directed toward young women.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
His edict contravenes the language of the Constitution, the high court’s own rulings, legislation passed by Congress, and the consistent practice of previous Presidents.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for edict
Noun
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The artists were protesting the approval of two decrees that regulate and censor artists not affiliated with state institutions, and penalize freedom of expression and independent journalism.—
Sarah Moreno
June 5,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2026
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The visa was introduced by a Putin presidential decree in August 2024 for migrants who embrace Russia’s traditional anti-woke values.—
Zahra Ullah,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Be sure to read all instructions and fill the form out only once.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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Kuwaiti’s military said forces were intercepting missiles and drones attacking the country, while Bahrain activated air raid sirens and told residents to move to the nearest safe location and follow official instructions.—
Michelle L. Price,
Fortune,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Democrats asked whether that includes federal court orders, and Mullin responded that depends on whether a higher court overturns a ruling.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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The 6-3 ruling by the Supreme Court, which will eliminate one of the two majority Black districts in Alabama, is expected to result in Republicans gaining one seat from the state in the House of Representatives in the upcoming midterm elections.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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But now that the proceeding is over, Google today announced new controls for website owners in response to the UK directive.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2026
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But Claude took some of the new directives a bit too seriously; suddenly, every fake passage was filled with characters hopping on a horse, or delivering an important package, or running.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
2 June 2026
Noun
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In order to add Espinal back to the roster, the Dodgers had to clear a 40-man roster spot.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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During a September 2025 interview with the Taco Policy podcast, Talarico noted that his usual go-to taco order is actually a bacon and egg taco on a flour tortilla – another common combination for breakfast taco connoisseurs.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Since the Miss Universe Cuba franchise was established in Miami under the direction of Venezuelan lawyer and designer Prince Julio César in 2024, the city has become a hub for training beauty queens of Cuban origin who represent the island in international competitions.—
Sarah Moreno
May 31,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2026
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The election is widely viewed as a verdict on the turbulent presidency of Gustavo Petro, who came to power in 2022, and on the future direction of Colombia’s political and economic model.—
Sebastian Jimenez,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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The assertions are raised in the NCAA’s brief opposing Sorsby’s application for a temporary injunction from Judge Ana Estevez of Lubbock County (Texas) District Court.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
31 May 2026
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The lawsuit calls for various civil penalties against 23andMe and injunctions blocking the company from further violations of California’s privacy protection laws.—
Jaimie Ding,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Paxton filed a lawsuit against Galveston ISD after the school board voted against placing the commandments in classrooms.—
Haajrah Gilani,
Houston Chronicle,
7 May 2026
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Consider these our contemporary cupcake commandments, illustrated by three new recipes that are, as Carrie would say, fabulous.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Edict.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edict. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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