subject to
phraseUK /ˈsʌbdʒɪkt tuː/
US /ˈsʌbdʒɪkt tuː/
Having to follow a rule or someone in charge.
All visitors are subject to the museum's rules.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Likely to be affected by something.
The picnic is subject to the weather.
3. Only happening if something else happens first.
The trip is subject to approval from our parents.
4. Under the power or control of someone.
The new lands were subject to the king.