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Antonyms for laying down the law

Grammar : Verb

Definition of laying down the law

As in inflict : verb impose something
As in insist : verb order and expect; claim
As in ordain : verb establish, install
As in revile : verb scold
As in rule : verb govern, manage
As in scold : verb find fault with
As in upbraid : verb scold
As in call the shots : verb be in charge
As in preponderate : verb dominate
As in rail against : verb revile
As in command : verb demand
As in decree : verb order rule or action
As in dictate : verb command; give instructions
As in dispose : verb place, order; deal with
As in dominate : verb govern, rule
As in govern : verb take control; rule
As in impose : verb set, dictate

Synonyms for laying down the law

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