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| 1. | [ verb ] act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes | |
| Synonyms: | follow comply | |
| Examples: | "He complied with my instructions" "You must comply or else!" "Follow these simple rules" "abide by the rules" |
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| Related terms: | obey toe_the_line conform_to oblige adopt stick_to complaisance | |
| 2. | [ verb ] show respect towards | |
| Synonyms: | respect observe honor honour | |
| Examples: | "honor your parents!" |
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| Related terms: | disrespect accept lionize tolerate respect esteem deference honoring | |
