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obediences
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the action of respecting or following the instructions of someone in authority
- The soldier's strict obedience to orders earned him a commendation.
- Parents often expect obedience from their children to ensure their safety.
- The dog's obedience to commands was impressive during the training session.
- Obedience to the rules is essential for maintaining order in the classroom.
- The monks took vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience to their abbot.
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a territory or region under the authority of a ruler or governing body
- Settlers were expected to pay taxes to the obedience of the local lord.
- The province fell under the obedience of the central government.
- Legal disputes arose within the obedience of the regional magistrate.
- Villages outside the obedience were largely independent.
- Officials enforced laws throughout the obedience.
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an area or group subject to the authority of a church or religious leader
- The monastery was under the obedience of the Bishop of Rome.
- Several parishes fell within the obedience of the archbishop.
- Clergy were expected to report regularly to the obedience of their superior.
- The abbey maintained strict rules for those within its obedience.
- Religious orders extended their obedience across multiple regions.