edict
Example Sentences
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Taliban officials then described the face veil edict as "advice".
From BBC
A state edict, if it holds up in court, would require drilling and pumping to stop by the end of the decade.
From Los Angeles Times
He made a big wager on natural gas when prices were in the gutter, and he has funded Comstock’s exploration at a time when its rivals are sticking with Wall Street’s strict capital edicts.
Crow, however, emphasized that in moments like these, the government relies on fear to ensure that the population complies with their edicts.
From Salon
Wearing suits and green ties, the players were following the edict of their coach to act classy and be thankful and polite.
From Los Angeles Times
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