compel
verbTo force or strongly persuade someone to act.
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Clear all filtersTo force or strongly persuade someone to act.
The act of following a request, rule, or requirement.
Willing to follow instructions or meeting stated requirements.
Willing to follow directions
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Required rather than optional, usually by a rule or authority.
Depending on a requirement, circumstance, or event being satisfied.
Depending on a requirement
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An event or condition that might occur and may require a response.
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