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comply

Pronunciation: [kəmˈplaɪ]

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Learn how to use comply in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “rules and regulations”

(verb) to do what you are asked or required to do. When someone tells you to follow a rule or a guideline, and you do it, you are complying.

Example

The students complied with the teacher's instructions and completed their homework on time.

Example

Some drivers did not comply with the speed limit signs and drove too fast.

Example

Did everyone comply with the safety rules during the field trip?

Context: “requests”

(verb) to agree to someone's wishes or commands. This means you are saying yes to what someone has asked you to do.

Example

She complied with her friend's request to help with the project.

Example

He refused to comply with the request to change his plans.

Example

Will you comply with my suggestion to make the changes?

How to pronounce comply

Pronunciation: [kəmˈplaɪ]

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