Abide by

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verb

To accept and follow a rule, decision, or agreement.

If you want to keep your job, you must abide by the company's rules.
Visual representation of "abide by" - to accept and follow a rule, decision, or agreement

Often appears as...

  • abide by the rules
  • abide by the law
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Respecting Authority

Using 'abide by' shows you respect an authority setting rules.

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We all need to abide by the school's guidelines.
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Legal Seriousness

'Abide by the law' is a serious expression often used in legal contexts.

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Citizens must abide by the law to avoid penalties.
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Commitment Emphasis

Emphasize commitment by saying you'll 'abide by' an agreement.

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I'll abide by our contract and deliver the goods on time.
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