complying

Example Sentences

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They argued that complying with the rule governing copper smelters would cost hundreds of millions of dollars, while bringing minimal emissions reductions.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

The city has paid an outside law firm, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, about $7.5 million to defend it against the accusations that it was not complying with the settlement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Several community banks and small credit unions said in court that the cost of complying with the new law would likely be hundreds of thousands of dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Some companies have pointed to the difficulty of complying with SEC rules as a reason to forego an IPO.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

“You really creep me out sometimes, Manny,” Jus says, complying.

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone