Compulsory

Something that you have to do because it is required, like going to school or following rules in sports.

Examples

• In many countries, attending school is compulsory, meaning that children must go to class regularly to receive an education and learn important skills for their future.
• The new law states that wearing a helmet while riding a bike is compulsory for all children under the age of 18, which helps keep us safe from serious injuries.
• During our science fair, we learned that conducting experiments is not just fun but also compulsory if we want to understand how different scientific principles work in the real world.

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