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subjected

Pronunciation: [səbˈdʒɛktɪd]

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

Context: “control or influence”

(verb) to make someone or something experience something, especially something unpleasant or difficult. It’s like when someone has to go through a hard situation that they didn't choose.

Example

The workers were subjected to strict safety rules to ensure their well-being.

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The children were not subjected to any harsh punishment during the lesson.

Example

What did the students feel when they were subjected to the new rules?

Context: “experience or bring under”

(verb) to bring someone or something under control or authority, often in a way that feels limiting. Imagine if you have to follow the rules made by someone else and can't do what you want.

Example

The new policy subjected all employees to the same training sessions.

Example

The team was not subjected to any unfair treatment during the competition.

Example

Why are the new guidelines subjected to so much discussion?

How to pronounce subjected

Pronunciation: [səbˈdʒɛktɪd]

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