1
as in instructions
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
a secretary of defense who was fond of issuing harshly worded imperatives
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as in obligations
something one must do because of prior agreement
although he had little taste for the social imperatives that come with being governor, he put on a brave face
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Recent Examples of imperatives
These wellness initiatives are no longer nice to have but rather imperatives for retaining and growing your investment in your talent.
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Denise Russo, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Maintaining a reliable energy supply and keeping people comfortable and safe are not only public health imperatives but also central to supporting economic activity.
—George Sakellaris, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2024
In either case, the effort would be designed to counterbalance the legitimate commercial and economic imperatives of drones by focusing on the security side of the ledger.
—Tom Donilon, Foreign Affairs, 28 Jan. 2022
Denise Russo, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Maintaining a reliable energy supply and keeping people comfortable and safe are not only public health imperatives but also central to supporting economic activity.
—George Sakellaris, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2024
In either case, the effort would be designed to counterbalance the legitimate commercial and economic imperatives of drones by focusing on the security side of the ledger.
—Tom Donilon, Foreign Affairs, 28 Jan. 2022
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Head to the Bluesky site, click Sign up, and follow the instructions on screen.David Nield, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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During the trip, Lumumba was recorded calling a city employee with instructions to change the deadline for proposals, according to the indictment.Bracey Harris, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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This legislation could be among the most far-reaching, surpassing existing reporting obligations in California and Illinois.Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The enriched bond, more often than not, leads to more efficient project execution, as mutual understanding and dedication have transcended mere contractual obligations.Øyvind Forsbak, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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As the job market and our workplace rapidly evolve, driven by technological advancement, employees are challenged significantly by a shift in roles and responsibilities.Santhosh Vijayabaskar, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Human rights groups like Amnesty International say such warnings do not absolve Israel of responsibilities under international humanitarian law to limit civilian harm.Kara Fox, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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On September 26, the European Commission released a series of infringement decisions relating to five directives, including the CSRD.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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By focusing on skill development and empowerment, using systemic coaching frameworks such as the PEARLS model, the coach ensures that the team is not just following directives but is actively engaged in shaping the change process.Thomas Lim, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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It can be complicated for small businesses to assess the constantly evolving world of trade regulations and to learn every detail about import and export rules, duties and taxes, packaging and goods restrictions, shipping routes and local delivery options.Greg Hewitt, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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China tried in vain to stop the duties, hoping to resolve the issue through dialogue, but talks have so far failed to lead to an agreement that satisfies the EU.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Europe, 4 Oct. 2024
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Though a bit late to the game, Schoeller just released its first sustainability report, providing insights into the company’s environmental, social and ethical commitments as well as emphasizing progress made in pursuit of a greener future.Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 4 Oct. 2024
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When great powers make their commitments to allies more ambiguous, allies are forced to think twice about behaving in ways that may be reckless.Charles Walldorf, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Imperatives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperatives. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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