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Dictate (Verb)

Issue commands or orders for.

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The commander will dictate the plan of action to ensure a successful mission.
Her years of experience and expertise allowed her to dictate the direction of the project.
The new policy will dictate the terms of employment for all new hires.
The architect will dictate the blueprints for the reconstruction of the historic building.
The coach will dictate the defensive strategy to be used during the game.

Rule as a dictator.

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The power-hungry general began to dictate the country's laws and policies, ignoring the will of its people.
As the ruthless leader, she sought to dictate every aspect of her citizens' lives, enforcing strict rules and regulations.
The history of the small nation was marked by a long line of rulers who sought to dictate the course of its economic and social development.
Using an iron fist, the dictator would dictate harsh punishments for any who dared to oppose his rule or question his authority.
With complete disregard for democratic principles, the new president would dictate orders without consulting anyone, further fueling widespread discontent among the population.