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obedience

[oh-bee-dee-uhns] / oʊˈbi di əns /


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Teachers at these schools clap and snap to establish order and obedience.

From The Wall Street Journal May 12, 2026

As firefighter after firefighter testified about their actions during the Lachman fire, a clear theme emerged — the Los Angeles Fire Department’s culture of absolute obedience.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 23, 2026

According to the organisation's website, Jehovah's Witnesses "avoid taking blood not only in obedience to God, but also out of respect for him as the Giver of life".

From BBC Apr. 12, 2026

It felt like he had that level of power, and everyone essentially acquiesced and you had this sort of anticipatory obedience.

From Slate Mar. 30, 2026

She gave away nothing when it came to obedience.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman




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