compulsory

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Azam Jangravi, an activist who fled Iran after protesting against the compulsory veil, said she initially favored the bombing campaign that targeted Iran’s leaders and security forces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Unlike the military, “the Basij are part of society,” said Azam Jangravi, an Iranian activist who campaigned against the compulsory veil.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Council tax is a compulsory charge on properties in England, Scotland and Wales and provides almost half of the funding for England's local authorities.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

House of Lords rejected the bid to move back to compulsory in-person consultations by 191 votes to 119.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

I highly approve of vaccination, feel it should be compulsory; rabies is a dreadful thing.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck