in accordance with
idiom
: 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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Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Dec. 2025
Apostles are all men in accordance with the church's all-male priesthood.
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His ashes were scattered in the Ganges and Yamuna rivers, in accordance with Hindu tradition, and his work in bringing together eastern and western musical styles continues to be remembered.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
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Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Dec. 2025
Apostles are all men in accordance with the church's all-male priesthood.
—CBS News, 27 Dec. 2025
In an email, Aetna spokesperson Phillip Blando said the plan provides infertility benefits in accordance with each member’s plan, coverage rules and applicable law.
—Calmatters, Oc Register, 23 Dec. 2025
His ashes were scattered in the Ganges and Yamuna rivers, in accordance with Hindu tradition, and his work in bringing together eastern and western musical styles continues to be remembered.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
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“In accordance with.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20accordance%20with. Accessed 28 Dec. 2025.
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