abidance

noun

ə-ˈbī-dᵊn(t)s How to pronounce abidance (audio)
Definition of abidancenext
1
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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2
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. — 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
  1. adherence
  2. continuity
  3. compliance
  4. continuation
  5. conformity
  6. continuance
  7. observance
  8. persistence
Noun
  • To demonstrate ongoing compliance, Newcastle must submit six-monthly progress reports to UEFA’s Club Financial Control Body (CFCB), outlining their transfer balance and adherence to the settlement.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • But technology now changes continuously, and examiners increasingly expect demonstrable, ongoing control rather than point-in-time adherence.
    — Chris Brown, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of adherence
Noun
  • According to Max Power, the wells are expected to evaluate hydrogen flow rates, pressure behavior, gas continuity, concentrations, deliverability, and the overall scalability of the underground system.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
  • Reaching that level required auditable systems for clinical governance, staff qualifications, patient pathway design, information handling, quality management and continuity of care.
    — Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 13 July 2026
Definition of continuity
Noun
  • Alongside their financial punishment, Newcastle entered into a stringent future-compliance agreement following their breach of UEFA’s financial sustainability regulations (FSR).
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • When parents say no Nick, a 36-year-old who works in environmental compliance, has the polar opposite experience.
    — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Definition of compliance
Noun
  • Stock market offerings worth $50 billion could flood the Indian markets this year, though the continuation of the Iran war remains a key risk.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 17 July 2026
  • The workplace should not be viewed as the end of education but as its continuation.
    — Dr. Asma Al Aufi, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of continuation
Noun
  • Raving is a youth movement that has always rejected conformity.
    — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026
  • Other essential qualities include a substantial heft, range, and engagement with the United States’s history, especially the recurrent issues of racial injustice, religious enthusiasm, social conformity, and rampant capitalism.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026
Definition of conformity
Noun
  • The latest court filings show the parties are working toward a settlement and requested another hearing continuance until July 27.
    — Catherine Muccigrosso July 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
  • Commissioners approved a two-month continuance of the item at Wednesday’s meeting so that residents can have further conversations with developers.
    — Emily Holshouser July 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026
Definition of continuance
Noun
  • Arizona and Hawaii are the only states that observe observance of year-round Standard Time.
    — Mary Ella Hastings Updated July 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026
  • Arbaeen, Shiʿi Muslim observance that marks the end of the 40-day mourning period for the death of al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī, which is commemorated annually on Ashura.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 July 2026
Definition of observance
Noun
  • Analysts said the persistence of such underlying weakness also raises the question of whether Chinese officials will turn to more fiscal stimulus to try and boost domestic spending.
    — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
  • This book shows the importance of persistence when refining a skill and remaining true to oneself.
    — Brooke Harris Garad, The Conversation, 14 July 2026
Definition of persistence

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“Abidance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abidance. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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