instructed

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In practical terms, cells that would normally help form one type of tissue can be instructed to rebuild a different structure following an injury.

From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026

Coke instructed its technicians to conduct regular quality reviews of McDonald’s equipment, scrutinizing everything from temperature to carbonation levels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

“He immediately understood the magnitude of the World Cup and instructed his administration to help. We’re talking about the most powerful country in the world, and there are things that must be taken into account.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

New Zealand foreign minister Peters has instructed foreign ministry officials in Beijing and Wellington to discuss the matter with Chinese authorities to "better understand" the "departure from past practice", the spokesperson said.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

After I was rushed offstage by Chief Crowe, she instructed two ladies in gray suits to bring me to a door marked Conference Room.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston