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enforce the rules
[en-FORS thuh ROOLZ]
verb phrase
fazer cumprir as regras
1.
to compel obedience to rules or regulations; to ensure that rules are followed
The police officer will enforce the rules of the road.
O policial fará cumprir as regras de trânsito.
2.
to take action against those who violate established regulations
The teacher must enforce the rules in the classroom.
A professora deve fazer cumprir as regras na sala de aula.
Synonyms
apply the rules
implement the rules
administer the rules
uphold the rules
execute the rules
Antonyms
ignore the rules
break the rules
violate the rules
disregard the rules
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
fazer cumprir as regras
most common and widely understood
São Paulo
fazer cumprir as regras
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
fazer cumprir as regras
standard usage
Portugal
aplicar as regras
alternative: cumprir as regras
Related Idioms & Phrases
lay down the law
crack down on violations
keep someone in line
maintain order
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