in accordance with

phrase

: in a way that agrees with or follows (something, such as a rule or request)
In accordance with your request, I am sending a copy of my book.
His funeral will be private, in accordance with his wishes.
The soldiers said they acted in accordance with his orders.

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But effective this year, responsibility for electronic monitoring has moved under the Office of Chief Judge, in accordance with the statute. Eileen Burke, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026 The government said its law enforcement actions were evidence-based and strictly in accordance with the law. ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026 Kennywood will require guests 17 and under to be accompanied by an adult age 21 or older with a valid ID during Phantom Fall Festival in accordance with their adult chaperone policy. Finch Walker, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026 The Texas Rangers are conducting an investigation, during which the officer, whose name the police department did not release, will be on administrative leave, in accordance with department policy. Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in accordance with

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