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obey

verb

/oʊˈbeɪ/

Meaning

to follow orders or instructions; to comply with rules

to follow the commands, rules, or laws

Children should obey their parents and teachers.

Children are taught to obey their parents.

obey the law

follow, comply, submit, conform, respect

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follow, comply, submit, conform

Entry 2

follow, comply, respect, submit

disobey, rebel, defy, resist

Entry 1

disobey, rebel, defy, resist

Entry 2

disobey, defy

obey rules, obey orders, obey laws, obey instructions, obey commands, obey instantly

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obey rules, obey orders, obey laws, obey instructions

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obey orders, obey rules, obey commands, obey instantly

to weaken or make someone or something infirm

To wound or injure someone by scratching or tearing; to handle roughly.

to provide support or foundation for; to strengthen

to recognize the value of something or to be thankful for it

to resent someone for having something; to give reluctantly

to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially