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Impose
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Simple meaning
What does Impose mean?
Impose means to place a rule or demand on someone.
Dictionary definition
To officially place a rule, duty, limit, or demand on someone or something.
Example sentences
Impose in a sentence
easy
The school may impose a deadline for the project.
medium
The rules impose limits on how many turns each player gets.
hard
Leaders should explain why they impose new responsibilities on a group.
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Base word
impose
verb
imposes
Places a rule or demand on someone.
verb
imposed
Placed a rule or demand in the past.
verb
imposing
Placing a rule, limit, or demand now.
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Practice 1
What does impose mean?
Impose means to put a rule, duty, or limit into effect.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses impose correctly?
Rules and limits can be imposed.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of impose?
To remove a rule is the opposite of imposing it.
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