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impose in Swedish

impose in Swedish is vara till besvär — impose means to officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

impose in Swedish

vara till besvär
verb
To encroach or intrude, especially in a manner regarded as unfair or unwarranted; to presume, to take advantage of; also, to be a burden or inconvenience.

What does "impose" mean?

  1. verb To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.
    "The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel."
  2. verb To force something onto someone unwelcome or without their consent.
    "He tried to impose his opinions on everyone at the table."
  3. verb (often "impose on/upon") To take unfair advantage of someone's time, kindness, or hospitality.
    "I don't want to impose on you, but could I stay one more night?"
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impose in a sentence

  • The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel.
  • The court imposed a heavy fine on the company.
  • He tried to impose his opinions on everyone at the table.
  • I don't want to impose on you, but could I stay one more night?

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What is "impose" in Swedish?

"impose" in Swedish is vara till besvär. impose means: To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

How do you use "impose" in a sentence?

Example: "The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel." In Swedish, "impose" is vara till besvär.

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