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abided

  • past participle of abide.
  • past tense form of abide.

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"For years, Europeans aided and abided flagrant ethical flaws in the international football federation," said Bruen, head of the Global Situation Room strategic communications firm.

From Barron's • Jul. 6, 2026

It requires those submitting trophy kills to sign an affidavit swearing they have abided by club technology and other restrictions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

In response, the military said it was surprised by the accusation it was behind the attack, adding that it abided by "international norms and laws".

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

The company added that it abided with the law in Los Angeles County and “every jurisdiction where we operate.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

He spoke as though he wanted to leave nobody in any doubt that all his ancestors had abided strictly by the law.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling