👮‍♂️enforce

verb
/ɪnˈfɔːrs/

Meaning

to make sure that a rule, law, or policy is obeyed

Example Sentences

The police are responsible for enforcing the law.

Example Expressions

enforce the law

Synonyms

implement, apply, uphold, execute, impose

Antonyms

ignore, neglect, abandon

Collocations

enforce rules, enforce regulations, enforce discipline, enforce policy

More Example Sentences

The enforcement of international law is often weak when it comes to powerful nations.

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