instruction

read

My daughter carefully read the instructions before assembling the new bookshelf.

follow

The mechanic told me to follow the instructions carefully before starting the engine.

give (sb), leave (sb), supply

The manual supplied clear instructions for assembling the bookshelf.

come with

My new furniture didn't come with any instructions, so I had to figure out how to put it together myself.

tell sb sth

The recipe instructions tell you exactly how long to bake the cake.

book/booklet, leaflet, manual

She couldn't assemble the furniture until she found the instruction manual in the box.

according to the ~

Follow the recipe according to the instructions if you want the cake to turn out well.

in accordance with the ~, in the ~

I assembled the bookshelf in accordance with the instructions that came in the box.

~ about, ~ as to

The teacher provided clear instructions about how to complete the science project.

~ on

The teacher gave us clear instructions on completing the science project before Friday.

follow (sb's) instructions to the letter

Maria followed her doctor's instructions to the letter and recovered quickly from surgery.

firm, strict

My teacher gave us firm instructions to submit our essays by Friday morning.

act on/under

The staff members acted on the manager's instructions to close the office early that day.

carry out, comply with, follow, obey

The software automatically deletes files if you don't follow the installation instructions carefully.

await, wait (for)

The team is waiting for instructions before they start the project tomorrow.

accept

The manager refused to accept instructions from the new director without consulting the team first.

give (sb), issue, leave (sb), send (sb)

The teacher left detailed instructions for the substitute before taking her vacation.

bark (out), shout, yell

The coach was yelling instructions from the sideline during the entire match.

according to the ~

The recipe worked perfectly when I followed it according to the instructions on the package.

in accordance with the ~, on (sb's) ~

The workers proceeded with the construction in accordance with the architect's instructions.

under (sb/sth's) ~

The new employees worked under their manager's instruction to complete the project by Friday.

with/without ~

The new staff member couldn't proceed with the task without clear instructions from her supervisor.

~ from, ~ to

The manager gave clear instructions to all staff about the new safety procedures.

carry out, execute

The robot carried out each instruction carefully to assemble the furniture correctly.

get, have, receive

The new employees received detailed instruction on how to operate the machinery safely.

offer (sb)

A qualified swimming instructor was there to offer instruction to all the beginners in the pool.

for the ~ of

The safety video was created for the instruction of all new employees.

under ~

My son is currently under instruction from a qualified piano teacher.

~ by

My son received swimming instruction by a certified coach at the community pool.

~ in

My teacher provides instruction in basic computer skills every Tuesday afternoon.

~ on

The teacher gave us detailed instruction on how to write a formal letter.

a medium of instruction

At our international school, French serves as the medium of instruction for all classes.