directive

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

She had previously urged faculty to address grade inflation, but the school had yet to put forth an official directive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

After awakening, the biome’s newly cultivated gut flora will respond to your neurological directive, allowing you to ultimately control when — and where — your wind breaks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Maxim, 49, said the health ministry directive was only a recommendation.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

They say the high prices were in part driven by a directive from Noem, which instructed the agency to purchase all the planned new detention sites in a 30-day span.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

The soldier repeated the directive, his voice more agitated.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers