instructed

Example Sentences

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“I have instructed all agencies of our government to get ready to move quickly. We will be there for our new and great friends,” Trump wrote on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

The jury was instructed to return to court at 9 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

I have instructed the DOJ to immediately start looking into this.”

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

Minister for Children, Families and Wellbeing, Josh MaCalister, said he had instructed experts to examine the Preston Davey case.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

“Put your arms around my neck,” he instructed.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret