comply
verb (used without object)
to act or be in accordance with wishes, requests, demands, requirements, conditions, etc.; agree (sometimes followed bywith ).
complies
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present tense formof comply (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Headquartered in Atlanta, Flock has said it contracts with roughly 5,000 law enforcement agencies nationwide and that its technology complies with a California law that limits what information can be shared with federal authorities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
Microsoft, which reported an 18% global effective tax rate for the year in question in its U.S. annual report, said it complies with tax laws.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
"Whilst this complies with the judgment we want to further improve changing facilities for all colleagues."
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
TMZ reported at the time that the musician would be cleared of his four felony counts if he complies with treatment and commits no other crimes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026
Sebastian scowls something serious but complies with Britt’s demands.
From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone
