prescribe
verb (used with object)
to lay down, in writing or otherwise, as a rule or a course of action to be followed; appoint, ordain, or enjoin.
has prescribed
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present perfectof prescribe (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Instead, Dr Chiappetta has prescribed him a GLP-1 weight-loss injection to reduce his appetite and help him lose enough weight for the operation.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Brumback says she has prescribed it for about 10 patients as a three-month trial.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2025
Over the last year, Torres said, she has prescribed hormone treatment to about 50 transgender patients.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 28, 2023
GenderGP, a private provider of treatments for transgender patients, told Reuters it has prescribed such medications to hundreds of youth.
From Reuters ● Oct. 14, 2022
Namontack goes home to Werowocomoco, and I stay at the Warraskoyack village, as Captain Smith has prescribed.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
