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imposeverb

uk ​ /ɪmˈpəʊz/ us ​ /ɪmˈpoʊz/

(Definition of “impose” from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

“impose” in American English

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imposeverb

us ​ /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose verb (MAKE RULES)

› [ T ] to establish something as a rule to be obeyed, or to force the acceptance of something:

Settlers often imposed their culture on the peoples of the countries they conquered.

impose verb (INCONVENIENCE)

› [ I ] to cause inconvenience to someone or to try to spend time with them when they do not want you to:

She’s always imposing on people for favors.
I hope I’m not imposing by staying another night.

(Definition of “impose” from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

“impose” in Business English

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imposeverb [ T ]

uk ​ /ɪmˈpəʊz/ us ​

› to introduce a new law, tax, rule, or punishment:

impose a ban/restriction/penalty on sb/sth They are calling for the regulatory body to impose a ban on television ads aimed at the under-12s.
to impose a fine/tariff/tax

(Definition of “impose” from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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We ask developing countries to impose competition rules and public procurement rules, and then we continue to subsidise meat, rice and other exports.
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We are right to now impose limits on solvents, and, as far as my group is concerned, those limits could be tightened up further.
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The authorities have undertaken commitments in this area and it is obviously necessary, in my view, to impose strict controls over their implementation.
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What about the problem of liability if employers carry out the comprehensive risk assessments in relation to the sun’s rays, which this directive will finally impose?
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If we were to impose a minimum of 50%, there would be cases where we would have difficulty in meeting these different obligations.
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As regards the detail, every proposal contradicts the commitment to diversity and to respect for democracy, because attempts are still being made to impose a uniform and binding supranational law.
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Operational risk is something that is not yet easily calibrated and we should be very cautious before we impose a large charge.
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Efforts to reduce wages and benefits, impose new taxes and drastically reduce pensions and pension rights are all part of the attack on workers' rights.
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We are not trying to impose our will on any sovereign state, but we will tell them that there is a price to pay.
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We must all know what is happening in this area and that public opinion can also exert control and impose its own sanctions.
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