INJUNCTIONS Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

injunctions

noun

plural of injunction

as in instructions

a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned in the cult there were injunctions for and against everything, as nothing was a matter of personal choice

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Recent Examples of injunctions The White House said the order complies fully with the existing court orders and injunctions. — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026 An inquiry by the consumer protection division could lead to civil penalties, restitution or injunctions, and the division often partners with law enforcement when criminal activity is suspected. — Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026 In some states, like Tennessee and Ohio, injunctions granted in those cases will allow players who were plaintiffs in the lawsuits to utilize the transfer portal. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Some of those cases are ongoing, but with restraining orders or injunctions in place. — Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 Stays of injunctions are often difficult for defendants to obtain, especially since the judge who would grant the stay already found the defendants’ conduct problematic. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Rauch’s varied litigation experience includes over 20 jury and bench trials and numerous hearings on preliminary motions and injunctions in both state and federal courts, his biography read. — Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 3 Aug. 2026 Preliminary injunctions have a high bar and suggest the convenience stores are likely to prevail and could be harmed if the ordinance is not paused. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026 That lawsuit, along with two others, had led to injunctions that temporarily halted part of the rule. — Max Blau, ProPublica, 22 July 2026

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Noun

Do apply a lawn fungicide shortly after sodding, and repeat about two weeks later following label instructions.

— Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026
To prevent this, always use distilled water and keep it clean, following the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.

— Kendall Bettle, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of instructions

Noun

Those who oppose the Mexican Mafia, or fail to follow the edicts of the gang’s leaders, are often targeted for beatings or even death.

— Sean Emery, Oc Register, 22 July 2026
Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse The highly agile Getty shooter Alan Crowhurst has done us a great favor by bringing concrete cloakroom evidence of the many social and administrative challenges that the (famous) Royal Ascot costume edicts require in order to be properly met.

— Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026

Definition of edicts

Noun

Agility has more than $300 million in committed multi-year orders for its next-generation Digit v5 humanoid robot.

— John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
That demand could come from the world’s mills if downstream buyers are willing to maintain or build orders despite higher costs.

— SJ Guest Editorial, Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of orders

Noun

As a result, the governor has issued a variety of directives on data centers since June, including a pause on data center development and lawmakers in Texas are reacting.

— Jack Fink, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Leaders often flood employees with updates while failing to reinforce priorities and strategic directives.

— Don Weber, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of directives

Noun

But a complete turnover on defense, coupled with nonconference games at Georgia Tech and Northwestern, will lead to another losing season, after which both sides move in different directions.

— Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Route 53 is extended in both directions to connect Carpenter Regional Rail Station and Richmond-Westmoreland Loop via Aramingo Avenue.

— Laura Fay, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of directions

Noun

Wilde’s nine buttercream commandments show home bakers how to create visually striking, deeply personal cakes.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
After the destruction of the Temple of Jerusalem, interpreters understood Temple service broadly in terms of study, prayer, and upholding the commandments.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026

Definition of commandments

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