in accordance with

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: 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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Election officials are acting in accordance with state and federal law. — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026 And a burial-transit permit may also be required in accordance with Florida statute. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026 Throughout this process, Argyle ISD has remained confident that Hayes and his family reside within the district’s attendance boundaries in accordance with the UIL rules and constitution. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Oct. 2026 The soldier's name was not given for security reasons and in accordance with Ukraine's military protocol. — Derek Gatopoulos, Arkansas Online, 28 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in accordance with

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“In accordance with.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20accordance%20with. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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