a. dutifully complying with the commands or instructions of those in authority; the refractory remain unburdened"- Edmund Burke
常见例句
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in a disobedient or naughty way r
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cause to separate into pieces or fragments v act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises v move away or escape suddenly v scatter or part v force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up v prevent completion v enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act v make submissive, obedient, or useful v fail to agree with
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r in a contrary disobedient manner r with the order reversed r contrary to expectations
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stubbornly disobedient
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Embarrassment at waiting on the curb obediently as other pedestrians ignore the "don't walk" signal in the absence of traffic. > I couldn't stand the curb shame any longer so I crossed with everyone else, even though I needed a break from running all around town.
