Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with comply in American Collocation
comply
verb
intransitive
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What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
US
/kəmˈplaɪ/
in a willing way
happily
readily
voluntarily
willingly
Many people resist the commands, whilst others comply willingly.
not in a willing way
reluctantly
The owner of the dog reluctantly complied with the court order.
immediately
immediately
promptly
If member of staff asks you to be quiet, please comply immediately.
in a suitable way
adequately
duly
fully
properly
satisfactorily
We fully comply with all aspects of the Data Protection Act 1998.
fail
refuse
Your employer has failed to comply with the safety regulations.
rules
conditions
guidelines
law
legislation
protocol
regulations
rules
Failure to comply with the rules can result in a £5,000 fine.
something that you have to do
demands
directive
instructions
obligation
order
request
requirement
Our equipment complies with all safety requirements.
standard
specifications
standard
These models do not comply with the revelant safety standard.
idea or set of plans
policy
principle
Members are required to comply fully with the club’s policy.