instruct

Example Sentences

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Some said they were instructed to make up the claims.

From Los Angeles Times

When they closed their eyes as instructed, the scratchy sounds of coloring were heard.

From Literature

After meeting Lisa at the Scottish Parliament, Justice Secretary Angela Constance said she would instruct government officials to explore what more could be done with councils, police and retailers.

From BBC

Keeping what few wits he still had left about him, Duane flipped the cork off the flask and flung the contents in the direction of the voice just as C.C. had instructed him to do.

From Literature

Nonetheless, don’t expect any team to start instructing its hitters to move their hands up off the knob.

From The Wall Street Journal