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Abide by Meaning in English

expression

əˈbaɪd/ /ˈbaɪ
uh-BIDE bye
ɐbˈaɪd/ /bˈaɪ
uh-BIDE by

Definición

To follow or obey a rule, law, or decision. It means acting according to what is required by an agreement or regulation.

Uso & Matices

Common in formal, legal, and business contexts; usually used to talk about rules, contracts, or laws. 'Abide by' always refers to complying (not just agreeing) with an external standard. Don't confuse with 'agree with'.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

You must abide by the rules of the game.

basic

Everyone in the company has to abide by the new policy.

basic

Drivers are expected to abide by traffic laws.

basic

If you rent this apartment, you need to abide by the lease agreement.

natural

Our club asks all members to abide by its code of conduct.

natural

The company was fined for failing to abide by environmental regulations.

natural