as in to follow
to take notice of and be guided by
you'd better listen to my advice!
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Verb
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Steve Vladeck, a law professor at Georgetown University, said presidents can appeal adverse rulings rather than imply they shouldn't be followed.—
Bart Jansen,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025 -
Runge’s appointment follows the resignation of Ed Dolman, Phillips’s former CEO and executive chairman, who will transition to a consulting role in May 2025.—
Angelica Villa,
ARTnews.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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Labor officials noted the violation of a fall protection standard, while serious, did not cause or contribute to the deaths of six Brawner employees who were filling potholes on the Key Bridge.—
Dan Belson,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Feb. 2025
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But there was one major difference between the two groups, the official noted: While the Kenyans were anxious for their livelihoods, the Americans were worried about their country.—
Declan Walsh,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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However, pedestrians and bicyclists need to obey the rules of the road that apply to them.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025
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Still, the court ordered them not to participate in any fraternity parties, not to participate in any recruitment events for the fraternity, and to obey all laws, including those related to alcohol consumption.—
Caleb Lunetta,
The Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Listen (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listen%20%28to%29. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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