accordingly
adverb
ac·cord·ing·ly
ə-ˈkȯr-diŋ-lē 
1
: in accordance : correspondingly
Read the instructions and act accordingly.
2
: consequently, so
was delayed and accordingly arrived late
Examples of accordingly in a Sentence
He knew his limitations and acted accordingly.
She is considered a manager and is paid accordingly.
The car is made with the best materials and is priced accordingly.
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Action turns that foresight into execution—adjusting inventory levels, labor schedules and transport routes accordingly.
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Keith Moore, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Most adjust accordingly, but some never fully grasp the difference.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2025
Still, Freese and others believe the prevailing jet streams have shifted directions, and that the smartest move for companies like his is to recalibrate accordingly.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 13 May 2025
Keep in mind that the effect is most visible on nights when there is little to no moon in the sky, so time your trip accordingly to experience the special midnight magic found in Bocas del Toro.
Visit a cacao farm.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2025
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Keith Moore, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Most adjust accordingly, but some never fully grasp the difference.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2025
Still, Freese and others believe the prevailing jet streams have shifted directions, and that the smartest move for companies like his is to recalibrate accordingly.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 13 May 2025
Keep in mind that the effect is most visible on nights when there is little to no moon in the sky, so time your trip accordingly to experience the special midnight magic found in Bocas del Toro.
Visit a cacao farm.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for accordingly
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“Accordingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accordingly. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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accordingly
adverb
ac·cord·ing·ly
ə-ˈkȯrd-iŋ-lē
1
: in accordance : correspondingly
2
: consequently, so
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