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

Strong matches

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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The driver of the other vehicle denied speeding but a judge imposed a temporary driving ban after finding they were driving too fast.

From BBC

California voters approved a ballot measure that will impose stricter penalties for repeat theft and crimes involving fentanyl.

From Los Angeles Times

Judge Amit Mehta ruled Google operates an online search monopoly in August, and has been considering what remedies or penalties to impose.

From BBC

A court sentenced 45 campaigners to up to 10 years in prison, for organizing or taking part in a legislative primary in 2020 after Beijing imposed a broad national security law.

From New York Times

If Trump follows through on his promises to impose massive tariffs and expel millions of undocumented migrants, inflation will soar.

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