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governed

Pronunciation: [ˈɡʌvərnd]

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

Context: “politics”

(verb) to be controlled or directed by a leader or a set of rules. When a group of people follows laws, they are governed by those rules and their leaders.

Example

The country is governed by a democratic system where citizens have a say in decisions.

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That community is not well governed, resulting in many problems.

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How is the city governed, and who makes the important decisions?

Context: “rules”

(verb) to be influenced or determined by certain guidelines or principles. This means that decisions or behaviors are shaped by specific factors or rules.

Example

The game is governed by strict rules to ensure fairness.

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The project was not governed by any particular guidelines, which led to confusion.

Example

What rules govern how we should behave in the classroom?

How to pronounce governed

Pronunciation: [ˈɡʌvərnd]

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