according to
Definition of according to
1 : in conformity with
2 : as stated or attested by
3 : depending on
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Examples of according to in a Sentence
According to rumors I've heard, he was fired for stealing from the company.
She always did everything according to the rules.
I cooked the rice according to the directions on the box.
He was paid according to how quickly he worked.
ACCORDING TO Defined for English Language Learners
according to
Definition of according to for English Language Learners
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: as stated, reported, or recorded by (someone or something)
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: as directed or required by (rules, directions, etc.)
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: in a way that is based on (something)
ACCORDING TO Defined for Kids
according to
Definition of according to for Students
1 : in agreement with Everything was done according to the rules.
2 : as stated by According to the weather report, it's going to rain.
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