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The law says drivers must stop at red lights.
What does Law mean?
A law is an official rule people must follow.
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An official rule that people in a community, city, or country are expected to follow.
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Students learned how laws help communities stay organized.
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A fair law should protect people while explaining clear responsibilities.
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MeaningLaw means A law is an official rule people must follow.
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Synonyms
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rulea guide for what people should do
regulationan official rule for how something is managed
Antonyms
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lawlessnessa lack of laws or rule-following
disordera state without clear order
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A law is an official rule people must follow.
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Law is not the same as lawlessness. Law means a law is an official rule people must follow.
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Students learned how laws help communities stay organized." Why does law fit better than lawlessness?
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