Regulations and Requirements

to openly accept something as true or real

For the therapy to be effective, one must first acknowledge their feelings and emotions.

to help or support others in doing something

The organization aids communities affected by natural disasters.

a rule that prevents people of certain age from doing specific activities or having access to certain services

There's an age limit of 21 years for purchasing alcohol in this country.

to officially forbid a particular action, item, or practice

Certain fishing practices were banned to protect endangered marine species.

a place where alcoholic and other drinks and light snacks are sold and served

They decided to meet at the local bar after work for a few drinks.

the state of something at a particular time

He checked the condition of the tires before the long road trip.

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

The workers decided to demand higher wages and better working conditions during the negotiations.

to give someone or something the means or ability to do something

Technology enables us to communicate instantly across the globe.

a deliberate omission or exclusion from a general rule, statement, or category

There was an exception in the policy for emergency cases.

a principle or instruction based on which a person should behave or act in a particular situation

The company's dress code guidelines specify business casual attire for all employees.

the fact that something must happen or is needed

In many jobs, having a reliable internet connection is a necessity for performing daily tasks effectively.

to allow something or someone to do something

The park permits visitors to bring their own food and drinks.

the process of controlling something by means of rules

The regulation of air quality standards aims to reduce pollution emissions from industrial factories.

an action that one must perform because they are legally or morally forced to do so

Paying taxes is a civic obligation that supports public services and infrastructure.

something that is essential or indispensable

The job listing specified that having a valid driver's license was a requirement for the position.

to bring someone or something under control through laws and rules

The school decided to restrict access to certain areas for student safety.

a rule or law that limits what one can do or the thing that can happen

The new policy included a restriction on the amount of vacation time employees could take in a year.

a set of rules and regulations that must be followed in a particular organization, occupation, etc.

Before starting the tournament, each participant received a copy of the rule book outlining the competition's regulations.

to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.

The teacher forbade talking during the exam.

to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.

The teacher forbade talking during the exam.

capable of being approved

The quality of the report was acceptable, but it could be improved.

to let someone have something, especially something that they have requested

The teacher decided to grant extra time for students to complete their assignments.

forced to be done by law or authority

Attendance at the safety training session is compulsory for all employees.

forbidden by the law

Selling drugs on the street is illegal and punishable by law.

ordered or required by a rule or law

Wearing a face mask in public places is mandatory to prevent the spread of the virus.

to force someone to do what they do not want

The authoritarian government tried to impose strict regulations on freedom of speech.

to be firm or resolute about something and refuse to change one's position

the quality or characteristic of being uncompromising in enforcing rules, regulations, or standards

The teacher's strictness ensured that all students followed classroom rules.

to officially approve of something such as an action, change, practice, etc.

The city council decided to sanction the music festival, granting official permission for its organization in the park.

used for stating conditions necessary for something to happen or be available

She agreed to lend him the money, provided that he pays it back within a month.

to humbly ask for something, especially when one needs or desires that thing a lot

Every day, he begs for a few coins at the street corner.

to put aside or remove a person or thing in order to no longer have them present or involved

Getting rid of noise enhances the quality of your audio and makes it sound more pleasing to the ears.

used to express disagreement, opposition, or protest towards something that has been said or proposed in legal contexts, debates, and negotiations

Objection, Your Honor!The witness's testimony is based on personal knowledge.