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Flowersa Posted 13 years ago
Vocabulary

Observes?

Hi what is "observes" in this context?

"Canada observes the rule of responsible government,
with Parliament and the Legislatures exercising true or de facto power,
particularly through the driving force of the political executive as represented
by the Prime Minister or Premier"
  

Top answer

1. To adhere to or abide by. 2.

  • 1.
  • To adhere to or abide by.
  • 2.
  • Fulfill or comply with (a social, legal, ethical, or religious obligation).
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3 Answers
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1. To adhere to or abide by.
2. Fulfill or comply with (a social, legal, ethical, or religious obligation).
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Hi Doc it seems to me that 2 fits here better?
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Both 1 & 2 fits well

To abide by also means to conform to; comply with:

Eg: Abide by the rules; had to abide by the judge's decision.

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