pass a decree

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To officially approve a decree, especially by a legislative body.

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  • The parliament has the authority to pass a decree on national security matters.
  • Last year, the government passed a decree to protect endangered forests.
  • A controversial decree was passed by the ruling council despite public protest.
  • If the assembly passes this decree, new tax laws will be implemented immediately.
  • The committee is expected to pass a decree next week to regulate the industry.
  • Historically, monarchs could pass a decree without parliamentary approval.
  • By passing this decree, they aim to stimulate economic growth.
  • Did the legislative body finally pass the decree on water conservation?
  • After much debate, they passed a decree that reformed the entire education system.
  • The interim government's first act was to pass a decree restoring civil liberties.