abide

Example Sentences

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Rules of engagement are typically in place to avoid unnecessary civilian casualties, abide by international law, and prevent friendly-fire incidents.

From Salon

The commission said the EU is still abiding by the accord and expected the United States to show the same commitment.

From Barron's

"She was compensated as part of this agreement, and for many years, she abided by its terms," the spokesperson added.

From BBC

In its statement, Meta said that it would abide by the board's suggestions the next time it encounters "identical" content that is also "in the same context" as the video the board reviewed.

From BBC

Attorney David Lira, 65, Girardi’s son-in-law, pleaded guilty last year to a criminal contempt charge for his willful failure to abide by the settlement payment order.

From Los Angeles Times