Forgoes a prescribed course of action? Crossword Clue

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PRESCRIBED (adjective)
1. conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline
2. fixed or established especially by order or command
COURSE (noun)
1. general line of orientation
2. (construction) a layer of masonry
COURSE (adverb)
1. as might be expected
COURSE (verb)
1. move along, of liquids
2. hunt with hounds

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