Definition of accordinglynext
as in therefore
for this or that reason the application deadline was yesterday; accordingly, only applications mailed before midnight can be considered

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Recent Examples of accordingly When in doubt, check the zippers first and choose accordingly based on the best fit that won’t compromise security in any way. Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 Ukraine and its neighbors are increasingly skeptical that the US will come to their aid in the face of Russian aggression, and are taking precautions accordingly. Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 6 July 2026 State and local policymakers should do what’s in the public’s best interest and adjust their alcohol taxation accordingly. Adam Hoffer, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026 Denver’s Jamal Murray, Golden State’s Andrew Wiggins and Portland’s Shaedon Sharpe are among the players who did not commit and, accordingly, will not be available to play in the World Cup or the 2028 Olympics, assuming Canada qualifies for both. Eric Koreen, New York Times, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for accordingly
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Adverb
  • The latest compensation payments therefore represent less a resolution of the mystery than an acknowledgment of its human impact.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
  • Éric Rohmer’s name is therefore none other than a pseudonym forged on two pseudonyms.
    André Aciman, Literary Hub, 13 July 2026
Adverb
  • France could probably field a B and C team that would reach the quarterfinals, their depth is so staggering.
    Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026
  • Despite the risk of purchasing through a third-party platform such as StubHub, many fans opted to do so to avoid the 30% FIFA resale tax, believing that the Fan Protect Guarantee would safeguard their order.
    Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Adverb
  • That the paper’s release coincides with summer vacation and, thus, a likely rise in screen time, is also significant.
    Whitney Friedlander, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026
  • The resulting force led to a twist in Pusilic’s ankle and knee and thus his fortunes.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Adverb
  • The story follows two genetically identical women who switch identities and consequently expose a hierarchical world based on genetic selection, exploitation and obedience.
    Roberto Prieto, Variety, 7 July 2026
  • Finally, niacinamide supports skin barrier function and, consequently, improves hydration levels.
    Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 1 July 2026

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“Accordingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accordingly. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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