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as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
the FDA requires strict abidance by food manufacturers of its definitions for certain terms used on product labels
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as in continuity
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the reassuring abidance of their friendship through times both good and bad
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Recent Examples of abidance
Given the developing nature of the industry, brands should continually evaluate their technology to ensure continued compliance, future abidance by regulations and that their tools fit with their brand’s goals and mission.
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Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 29 Oct. 2021
For now, many are highlighting success in other countries, and the glimmers of hope emerging in places like Washington state, where new infections are still occurring, but not as rapidly as before, thanks to widespread abidance to distancing.
—Katherine J. Wu, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Mar. 2020
Unlike Samsung, South Korea’s largest chaebol, which has been mired in scandal, LG oozes reliability and law abidance.
—The Economist, 2 Jan. 2020
Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 29 Oct. 2021
For now, many are highlighting success in other countries, and the glimmers of hope emerging in places like Washington state, where new infections are still occurring, but not as rapidly as before, thanks to widespread abidance to distancing.
—Katherine J. Wu, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Mar. 2020
Unlike Samsung, South Korea’s largest chaebol, which has been mired in scandal, LG oozes reliability and law abidance.
—The Economist, 2 Jan. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abidance
Noun
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Comments are moderated for adherence to our Community Guidelines.—
Lia Assimakopoulos,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Higher scores indicated greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin is so iconic that the MCU basically had no choice but to bring him back 20 years later in a new continuity.—
James Grebey,
Vulture,
31 Jan. 2026
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For suite guests, a dedicated VIP team ensures continuity of care—remembering martini preferences, anticipating turn-down service, and personalizing each return to the hotel as if by intuition.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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In response to the congressional request, Coupang affirmed its compliance.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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In essence, companies are less likely to find a sympathetic ear if their import activities are investigated by the DOJ, so building a strong foundation for compliance is essential.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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It’s been in the works for years, and Qadhi said the project is a continuation of the community service that volunteers at EPIC have been doing already.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Wilson is again associated with this year’s rollout, though the company framed the day primarily as a continuation of the previous giveaway rather than a one-time promotion.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Feb. 2026
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In a new conformity bill introduced Thursday, Ehlers proposed spreading out the impacts of a change to a corporate tax break over multiple years so that the state budget isn’t hit hard all at once.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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This wicker man becomes a devoted partner, sparking jealousy and malice in her narrow-minded neighbors, exploring themes of love, cruelty, and societal conformity.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
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Their immediate need is the continuance of church service on Sundays.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2026
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And this year, at least five court hearings aimed at setting a trial date have ended in delays or continuances.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Much like the Christian and Catholic observances of the Lent season leading up to Easter, Ramadan’s date on the Gregorian calendar changes each year, since it’s based on the lunar calendar.—
Lianna Norman,
Florida Times-Union,
5 Feb. 2026
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Each year, the organization that launched the observance announces a national theme.—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Feb. 2026
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This allows scientists to follow changes in radio emission from many stars simultaneously, second by second, within a single observation.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Feb. 2026
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Renee Good’s killing raised the profile of the resistance, as well as questions about the lines between observation and obstruction.—
Eric Roper,
Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Abidance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abidance. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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