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demand conformity

[/dɪˈmænd kənˈfɔːrmɪti/]
verb phrase
exigir conformidade
1. To require or insist that someone comply with established rules, standards, or expectations
The strict principal demanded conformity from all students regarding the dress code.
O diretor rigoroso exigia conformidade de todos os alunos em relação ao código de vestuário.
2. To enforce adherence to social, cultural, or organizational norms
Corporate culture often demands conformity in behavior and appearance.
A cultura corporativa frequentemente exige conformidade no comportamento e na aparência.
Synonyms
require complianceinsist on obedienceenforce standardsmandate adherencecompel uniformity
Antonyms
encourage individualitypromote diversityallow deviationtolerate nonconformity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exigir conformidade
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
exigir conformidade
Standard usage in Portugal
General Brazilian
cobrar conformidade
More colloquial alternative

Related Idioms & Phrases

toe the line
fall in line
keep in step
march to the beat of a different drummer (antonym)
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