as in docile
readily giving in to the command or authority of another
that boy is so obedient that he does everything the first time he is asked
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Recent Examples of obedient
The audience would do well to stay attuned to this goal — and how obedient Nat is willing to be.
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Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The Intelligence Age doesn’t require obedient workers.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
My horse remained calm and obedient.
—Cindy Cowen, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Dec. 2025
The generals reduced even their limited need for an obedient prime minister.
—Mohammed Hanif, Time, 1 Dec. 2025
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Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The Intelligence Age doesn’t require obedient workers.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
My horse remained calm and obedient.
—Cindy Cowen, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Dec. 2025
The generals reduced even their limited need for an obedient prime minister.
—Mohammed Hanif, Time, 1 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obedient
Adjective
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In this era of growing labor radicalism and open conflict with capital, Taylor promised docile and happy workers alongside high profits.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
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This harmless, doll-like look juxtaposed with the anger running through their punk discographies and unruly performances was meant to subvert the expectations of women as docile objects in the patriarchy.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Participants will gain skills to develop mutual trust, respect, and mindfulness between Dominant and submissive.—
Rachel del Guidice,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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The original plot centered on the arrival of a submissive, quiet mail-order bride and her father from China, who sneaked into the country to marry a nightclub owner who had no idea that his mother had brought the girl over for him.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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Emulating the Suez Canal Iranian news outlets have framed the proposal to charge for subsea cables passing through its waters as compliant with international law, citing the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), which includes provisions governing submarine cables.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
17 May 2026
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Users can also use the site to meet with providers, get quotes, and transfer medical records through its HIPAA-compliant system.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Advertisers can use biddable automation to buy ads in real-time against live programming, which is especially critical for live sports.—
Sara Fischer,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
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Disney is boosting its advertising capabilities for live events, with third-party partnerships, a new certification program for live sports and entertainment as well as biddable deals for live sports.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Policymakers in Tallahassee have shown that low taxes, restrained spending, and pro-growth priorities produce tangible benefits for residents.—
Nicole Huyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Vocally, vulnerable verses gradually give way to ecstatic displays of emotion, and the instrumentation follows a similar pattern, with a restrained acoustic accompaniment at the start, and a multi-instrumental orchestration at the climax.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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Is this suit more conformable than the costume from Revenge of the Sith?—
Ryan Parker,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 June 2022
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Parker details that after a few meetings and sample swapping with the agency, Macy’s picked up her collection and the pair have dedicated its mission to approach size inclusive fashion in a fun yet conformable way.—
Nandi Howard,
Essence,
18 May 2021
Adjective
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The immediate relief operation is difficult but tractable: count the food packages, match the supply to the shelters, and sign people up for financial assistance.—
Carla Sertin,
Wired News,
8 Apr. 2026
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At the top will be the most computationally intensive methods—prohibitively expensive on classical computers but tractable on quantum computers.—
Chi Chen,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Castro indictment still leaves a host of other officials who would not necessarily be amenable to a change in relations with Washington the way that Delcy Rodriguez has been in Venezuela.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
19 May 2026
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Power of attorney may be an option If your intent is to assume control over paying their bills and managing their financial accounts, there are a few ways to do so if the parent is amenable.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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“Obedient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obedient. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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