instructed

Example Sentences

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“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

Indonesia's national disaster agency, meanwhile, instructed officials in the North Sulawesi capital, Manado, northern Gorontalo province and the Sangihe islands "to immediately direct their residents to evacuate in an orderly manner to higher ground".

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

When Turner was suspended, he was instructed by a senior figure in the church not to attend a youth trip to the US.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

When Roscosmos told their crew to pause repairs, Nasa instructed the astronauts to return to the station.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Think, Ekon, a voice in his mind instructed.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray