as in ordered
to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority
the president of the sports league has mandated drug testing for all active members
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Recent Examples of mandated
The league mandated security precautions for the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City that were far stricter than what was employed at this 2024 parade and rally.
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Ben Wheeler
may 30, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2026
That practice has already become the norm in recent years, but it is now mandated.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 29 May 2026
Sokoloff continued the offensive, explaining that the controller is legally mandated to annually audit affordable housing programs but has failed to do so.
—Rafael Perez, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Florida mandated verification documentation in 2024.
—Gloria Domingos, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The 2022 state law mandated capping the city’s class sizes between 20 and 25 students, depending on grade level.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 27 May 2026
Many are frustrated by trying to curb screen time at home, only to have screens mandated by school.
—Jocelyn Gecker, Fortune, 26 May 2026
He was not mandated to be there; the report date for position players wasn’t for a few days.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 25 May 2026
The creation of the new body aimed at preventing and eliminating corruption in county government was mandated by Measure G, which voters approved about 18 months ago.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2026
Ben Wheeler
may 30, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2026
That practice has already become the norm in recent years, but it is now mandated.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 29 May 2026
Sokoloff continued the offensive, explaining that the controller is legally mandated to annually audit affordable housing programs but has failed to do so.
—Rafael Perez, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Florida mandated verification documentation in 2024.
—Gloria Domingos, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The 2022 state law mandated capping the city’s class sizes between 20 and 25 students, depending on grade level.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 27 May 2026
Many are frustrated by trying to curb screen time at home, only to have screens mandated by school.
—Jocelyn Gecker, Fortune, 26 May 2026
He was not mandated to be there; the report date for position players wasn’t for a few days.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 25 May 2026
The creation of the new body aimed at preventing and eliminating corruption in county government was mandated by Measure G, which voters approved about 18 months ago.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mandated
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The judge in the Eastern District of Virginia had only ordered the department to temporarily freeze the fund, and barred it from making any payments while the judge considered legal arguments in a lawsuit brought against the fund.—
Katherine Faulders,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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An immigration judge ordered his removal in 2020.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2026
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The person requested anonymity because they're not permitted to speak publicly about the confidential discussions.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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In July, Thomas, 30, filed a petition to establish parental relationship with the actress, 37, in Los Angeles, and requested joint legal and physical custody of Louetta, along with an order for visitation, according to documents obtained by USA TODAY.—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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He will be required to attend an alcohol treatment program, Laboeuf’s attorney, Sarah Chervinsky, told the AP.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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Hansi Flick’s squad needs trimming, and Barca also know that income through sales will be required to meet La Liga’s spending rules.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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“Mandated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mandated. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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