instructions
Britishplural noun
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directions, orders, or recommended rules for guidance, use, etc
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law the facts and details relating to a case given by a client to his solicitor or by a solicitor to a barrister with directions to conduct the case
to take instructions
Example Sentences
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A will lays out instructions for how your property will be distributed after you die, who will inherit your estate, the names of your beneficiaries and how much they’ll receive.
From MarketWatch
A series of alleged conspirators were paraded before state television's cameras to make "confessions", with many claiming to have acted on Damiba's instructions.
From Barron's
Whatever you bring should come clearly labeled and ready to enjoy, with simple reheating instructions if needed.
From Salon
As soon as the coach has got his new instructions across the goalkeeper gets up.
From BBC
The medication has been used safely for decades when taken according to instructions.
From Science Daily
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