instructions

/ ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz /

plural noun

1. directions, orders, or recommended rules for guidance, use, etc
2. law the facts and details relating to a case given by a client to his solicitor or by a solicitor to a barrister with directions to conduct the case

   to take instructions

Example Sentences

Several Chinese media outlets have told BBC Chinese that in the initial hours after the incident, they had received clear instructions not to report on it.

From BBC

The organization intended to use a chunk of the proceeds to develop affordable housing, noting the plan in the escrow instructions of the $81-million sale.

From Los Angeles Times

These instructions, apparently so he could “guide” her through making her accounts safe, actually led Mrs Campbell to share her screen with the man, which is a function WhatsApp introduced for its calls last year.

From BBC

His mother says he was acting of his own accord and not on the instructions of the Freedom of Russia Legion.

From BBC

“Even though that sounds like crazy instructions, I knew exactly what she meant,” says Launay, who lived in Australia for a decade.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• method
• prescription
• program
• technique