impose

Definition for impose

verb as in set, dictate

Strongest matches

appoint, charge, demand, enforce, establish, foist, force, inflict, institute, introduce, lay down, levy, order, place, promulgate, put, require

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burden, command, compel, constrain, decree, encroach, enjoin, exact, fix, infringe, intrude, lade, lay, oblige, obtrude, ordain, prescribe, presume, saddle, trespass, visit, wish, wreak, wreck

Weak matches

force upon, horn in, lay down the law, move in on, put foot down, read riot act, take advantage

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Mr Summer said: "If the prosecution can persuade the judge to impose a terrorism enhancement as well, then the guidelines say he's got to give a 90-year sentence."

From BBC

A Kathmandu district office spokesperson said a curfew was imposed around areas including the parliament building after protesters attempted to enter.

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Last month, the US imposed tariffs of 50% on goods from India as punishment for continuing to buy Russian oil.

From BBC

Tom, 51, has been helpful offering tips whenever his daughters ask, but he has tried to let them listen and learn from their coaches and not impose his own athletic beliefs on them.

From Los Angeles Times

They also imposed withdrawal limits, possibly in an attempt to prevent a run on the banks and stop former regime officials from emptying their accounts and fleeing.

From Los Angeles Times

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