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apply the rules
[əˈplaɪ ðə ˈruːlz]
verb phrase
aplicar as regras
1.
to enforce or implement a set of established regulations or guidelines
The referee will apply the rules fairly throughout the match.
O árbitro aplicará as regras de forma justa durante toda a partida.
2.
to use or put into practice a system of principles or standards
We must apply the rules consistently to all employees.
Devemos aplicar as regras de forma consistente a todos os funcionários.
Synonyms
enforce the rules
follow the rules
implement the rules
adhere to the rules
comply with the rules
Antonyms
break the rules
ignore the rules
violate the rules
disregard the rules
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aplicar as regras
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
aplicar as regras
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
aplicar as regras
standard usage
Portugal
aplicar as regras
standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
apply the law
enforce regulations
stick to the rules
play by the rules
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