abide by

Example Sentences

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“The Department will abide by the Court’s ruling.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

In a statement on X, the Justice Department said it "disagrees strongly" with Brinkema's decision but "will abide by the court's ruling."

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

While the new legislation is being phased in initially, all pop-up campsite operators will need to abide by it from 1 September.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

"Two, I think, were allowed to retire. Only one received a written warning. We can't abide by that."

From BBC • May 6, 2026

“Which you shall make for me, Jane. I will abide by your decision.”

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë