impose

US /ɪmˈpoʊz/

UK /ɪmˈpoʊz/

1.

force (an unwelcome decision or policy) on someone

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The government decided to impose a new tax on luxury goods.

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They tried to impose their will on the minority.

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levy charge exact enforce inflict foist

2.

take advantage of someone by demanding their attention or commitment

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I don't want to impose on your hospitality.

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Please don't feel you have to impose on me.

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intrude encroach trespass presume take advantage

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imposing