Pronunciation: /ˈmænˌdeɪt/
noun an official order or commission to do something
A1 The government issued a mandate for all citizens to wear masks in public.
A2 The company's new policy mandates regular training for all employees.
B1 The school board's mandate for standardized testing has been met with mixed reactions from teachers.
B2 The CEO's mandate to increase profits led to significant changes in the company's operations.
C1 The United Nations passed a mandate to provide aid to countries affected by natural disasters.
C2 The court's mandate to protect the rights of minorities set a precedent for future cases.
verb to give (someone) authority to act in a certain way
A1 The teacher mandated that all students wear uniforms.
A2 The company mandates regular training for all employees.
B1 The new law mandates stricter penalties for speeding violations.
B2 The committee was mandated to investigate the financial irregularities.
C1 The board of directors mandated a complete overhaul of the company's policies.
C2 The government mandated a nationwide ban on single-use plastics.
formal The government issued a mandate requiring all citizens to wear masks in public places.
informal My boss gave me a mandate to finish the report by the end of the week.
slang I can't believe my parents are mandating that I come home before midnight.
figurative As a leader, it is my mandate to guide my team towards success.
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