Definition of Obey

to act in accordance with the rules or someone’s wishes

Examples of Obey in a sentence

Billy was a model student to his teachers because he would actively participate in class and obey all the rules.  🔊

Since the twins had trouble with respecting authority, they would seldom obey the laws which resulted in multiple arrests.  🔊

Wanting to obey the strict leader’s commands, the citizens would do anything he asked no matter how dangerous the tasks were.  🔊

Kindergartners quickly became aware that if they obey their teachers, they get to participate in recess.  🔊

When the nurse failed to obey the procedures for issuing medication, patients became ill and threatened to sue the hospital.  🔊

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