Commanding and Giving Permissions: English Vocabulary List

to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

"Learn to control your emotions."

"The new software helps drivers control their vehicle's speed and maintain a safe distance from other cars."

to formally forbid something from being done, particularly by law

"The law prohibits underage drinking."

"School rules prohibit students from using their mobile phones during class unless it is an emergency situation."

to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.

"I forbid you to go there."

"The doctor forbade him from eating any sugary foods because his diabetes was not under control."

to officially forbid a particular action, item, or practice

"The city will ban plastic bags."

"The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in an effort to reduce environmental pollution."

to make someone do something

"The law compels citizens to pay taxes."

"The court can compel witnesses to testify by issuing a subpoena that requires their presence in the courtroom."

to force someone to do what they do not want

"The government may impose new taxes."

"The government decided to impose new taxes on luxury goods to increase revenue for social welfare programs."

to give an official order to a person or an animal to perform a particular task

"The general will command the troops."

"The general commanded his troops to advance toward the enemy position despite the heavy gunfire."

to deal with someone, something, or a situation in a way that keeps it under control

"She manages a large team."

"She managed to complete the difficult project on time even though her team was understaffed and overworked."

to control and be in charge of a country

"The king ruled for many years."

"The ancient king ruled his kingdom with an iron fist for over forty years until his death."

to give an instruction to someone to do something through one's authority

"I order you to stop."

"The judge ordered the witness to answer the question directly without evading or changing the subject."

to let someone or something do a particular thing

"Parents allow children to play."

"The new law will allow citizens to vote by mail if they cannot physically reach the polling stations on election day."

to allow something to happen or someone to do something

"Please let me go."

"The teacher decided to let the students use their notes during the final exam to reduce their stress."

to bring someone or something under control through laws and rules

"The new rule will restrict access."

"The new security measures will restrict access to certain areas of the building only to authorized personnel."

to not let something increase in amount or number

"Limit your screen time daily."

"You should limit your screen time to two hours per day to protect your eyesight and mental health."

to make someone behave a certain way or do a particular action, even if they do not want to

"Do not force him to go."

"The heavy rain forced the cancellation of the outdoor concert which disappointed thousands of ticket holders."

to force someone to do something, particularly against their will

"Don't push me."

"The manager had to push his team to meet the challenging deadline with limited resources."

to make individuals to behave in a particular way

"Police enforce traffic laws strictly."

"The police are responsible for enforcing traffic laws and issuing tickets to drivers who violate them."

to try very hard to persuade someone to do something

"Press the red button."

"You need to press the button firmly and hold it for three seconds to turn on the device."

to urgently demand someone to do something or something to take place

"I insist that you stay."

"Despite the doctor's advice he insisted on continuing his unhealthy lifestyle which made his condition much worse."

to allow something or someone to do something

"The law does not permit this."

"The new visa policy will permit tourists to stay in the country for up to ninety days without applying for an extension."

to act accordingly to someone or something's advice, commands, or instructions

"Follow the instructions carefully."

"Please follow the instructions carefully to avoid making mistakes that could delay the completion of the project."