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4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Prescribe' in a Sentence

"To establish, either in writing or verbally, a rule or a set of actions to be followed; to appoint, ordain, or command." more

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The court will prescribe a sentence for the convicted criminal.
The judge will have been prescribing appropriate penalties for those found guilty of white-collar crimes.
The law may prescribe severe penalties for certain criminal offenses.
The judge had prescribed community service as part of the sentence.

Prescribe

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verbTo establish, either in writing or verbally, a rule or a set of actions to be followed; to appoint, ordain, or command.
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Last Updated On: April 27, 2024
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