as in accord
a state of consistency
make sure the fund-raiser is in accordance with the school rules
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Recent Examples of accordance
But some mathematicians are likening their work to a similar mathematical revolution that took place in the 1950s and ’60s — when Alexander Grothendieck reimagined the field of algebraic geometry in accordance with category theory, vastly extending its reach and power.
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Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 20 May 2026
The human competitor would get meal breaks and paid rest breaks during the shift in accordance with California labor laws.
—Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, renamed Atlanta Stadium in accordance with FIFA regulations, will host eight matches, starting with group-stage matches in mid-June and ending with a semifinal match on July 15.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
The high schoolers, however, would be allowed to use these devices on campus during non-instructional time as long as the device is used in accordance with the law and any applicable school rules.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
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Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 20 May 2026
The human competitor would get meal breaks and paid rest breaks during the shift in accordance with California labor laws.
—Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, renamed Atlanta Stadium in accordance with FIFA regulations, will host eight matches, starting with group-stage matches in mid-June and ending with a semifinal match on July 15.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
The high schoolers, however, would be allowed to use these devices on campus during non-instructional time as long as the device is used in accordance with the law and any applicable school rules.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accordance
Noun
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Those interested in something more herbaceous will resonate with Always Now—an earthy blend of Italian basil accord grounded by Madagascan bourbon essence.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
3 June 2026
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Former 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens resigned on his own accord last April following Paramount’s merger with Skydance.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2026
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Whether or not the simulations resulted in peace and harmony or death and destruction, the simulation’s co-creators note that the experiment is a warning that safety must be prioritized while deploying agentic AI.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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Despite the obvious harmony, their friendship was endlessly dissected online.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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On Monday, the Plano City Council will vote on an agreement for the Stars to build a new arena at the Willow Bend Mall site.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Under the plea agreement, Copeland faces a minimum of 40 years in prison, a dishonorable discharge from the Navy, forfeiture of all pay and a reduction in rank.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Femme tunes trilled in the background.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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The director describes him less as a young actor searching for a performance than as someone instinctively in tune with the character’s vanity, insecurity and swagger.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2026
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The technical evaluation was conducted to assess general conformance with the town of Killingly Zoning Regulations, according to a memo to Ann-Marie L. Aubrey, director of Planning and Development for Killingly.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
27 May 2026
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That said, the final plat is in substantial conformance with the previous proposals, Latinovic said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
5 May 2026
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Sybil, who spent her younger years beleaguered by the presence of her double, that emblem of feminine conformity named Désirée, never manages to perceive herself as anything but abnormal by comparison.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Ever since the ratification of the 14th Amendment in the wake of the Civil War, the justices have played the role of reviewing not only federal but also state laws for conformity with the Constitution.—
Noah Feldman,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
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“Accordance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accordance. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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