compliant
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When his SolarCity solar energy company ran into financial trouble in 2016, he merged it into Tesla with the assent of a compliant Tesla board.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Over the long term, this can mean a changed society as more conformist and compliant speech and culture become more widely accepted and entrenched.
From Salon • May 28, 2026
It reiterated that the Chinese government imposes export controls on key minerals such as rare earths in accordance with laws and regulations, and reviews compliant, civilian-use export permit applications.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
A Restore Britain spokesperson said the party had "already refunded every single penny received from this organisation, going above and beyond any necessary rules to ensure that we are fully compliant".
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
Still, to be too compliant may arouse suspicion as well.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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