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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. 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
  • This improves adherence to medical recommendations and reduces the likelihood of complications or relapses.
    MSNBC Newsweek, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
  • That means creating systems that prioritize outcomes over strict adherence to specific programs.
    Caroline Whistler, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The defensive line lacks continuity.
    Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Haiti itself is also preparing for national elections next year — an important step toward building political continuity and credibility.
    Footwear News, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • At the same time, the industry is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to manage tariff risks, optimize logistics costs, and ensure pricing compliance across complex regulatory environments.
    Nish Acharya, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
  • This includes preparing for potential court challenges and coordinating with state officials to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
    Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • In other words, Apple has already acknowledged that both kinds of input can be useful when combined in the same device; taking that same jump on the Mac feels like a natural continuation of work Apple is already doing.
    Andrew Cunningham, ArsTechnica, 17 Sep. 2025
  • The Gaza City push is a direct continuation of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, a weekslong campaign in southern and central Gaza that Israel said dismantled Hamas positions and cleared the way for troops to advance north.
    Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • When graduates arrive hesitant to question assumptions, collaborate across differences, or challenge authority, companies see the cultural imprint of campuses that reward conformity over curiosity.
    Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Flowers also discussed Caribbean perspectives, noting how creativity was often stifled in favor of conformity.
    Larry Stansbury, Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Judge Lipner ruled that there would be no further continuances in the case.
    Christina Dugan Ramirez , Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2025
  • According to Cross County Circuit Court records, on July 1, a continuance was granted in the matter, and no trial date has been set.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 25 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • While not officially a weekend, the Friday observance means many people will be able to celebrate the ghoulish evening without school or work looming.
    Melina Khan, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
  • The Vances had originally planned to attend the annual 9/11 observance in New York City, but changed plans to go to Utah and escort Kirk's casket.
    Mandy Taheri Joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Bryan Marcus said it is handled on a case by case basis, on how best the district can support and guide an observation.
    Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
  • The smock is designed to prevent self-harm and is part of broader safety measures implemented for individuals under heightened observation.
    Amanda Castro Hannah Parry Joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025

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“Abidance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abidance. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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