Falling objects 'obey' the laws of physics. [=falling objects move in a way that agrees with the laws of physics]
This dog does not 'obey'. [=does not do what it is told to do]
His dog has learned to 'obey' several commands.
(..) All right. - Legs, we can't do this. - Will you just drive? - This is crazy! - Don't choke on me. You don't have to obey her. You can pull the car over. Shut up! Just drive to the house. - What are you gonna do with him? - Don't know. Don't worry about it. (..)1996 Foxfire