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obedience

[oh-bee-dee-uhns] / oʊˈbi di əns /


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And fear, as always, is an excellent motor for obedience.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

It's days before Eid al-Adha or the "Festival of Sacrifice", one of the two major Muslim holidays, which commemorates the obedience of Prophet Ibrahim.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

But a court that tolerates such defiance eventually forfeits the right to demand obedience.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

When he was a puppy, he attended obedience classes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“And you. You are to address me as Madam. I expect obedience at all times. Insolence will not be tolerated, not one bit. And you will curb your tendency to talk.”

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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