command obedience

Frequency: 7.08.1 per million words

To officially order or demand obedience, often from a position of authority.

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  • The general would command immediate obedience from his troops.
  • A good leader should inspire, not just command, obedience.
  • Her presence alone seemed to command respect and obedience.
  • The new regulations were designed to command full obedience from all citizens.
  • In times of crisis, clear directives are needed to command swift obedience.
  • The king's decree was meant to command unquestioning obedience.
  • Even without explicit threats, the dictator managed to command widespread obedience.
  • To effectively manage the team, one must be able to command their obedience.
  • The ancient laws still command a certain obedience from the populace.
  • The strict training regimen was intended to command perfect obedience from the recruits.