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mandate

[man-deyt] / ˈmæn deɪt /


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Alexander said until governments mandate that product manufacturers use recycled material, companies are going to stick with virgin, because it’s plentiful and cheap.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

A March bill sponsored by Lara would establish toxin limits and mandate testing before and after cleanups.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Markets overwhelmingly expect the Fed to keep rates unchanged, however, as the central bank waits to see on which side of its mandate it will need to intervene.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Janice Charette said her mandate is to preserve the key elements of the existing North American trade treaty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

"You really should have a moon manicure. I'll have my nail attendant do one for you. When I am regent queen, I will mandate it. Even for Belles. Everything about a person should be beautiful."

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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