accordance

noun

ə-ˈkȯr-dᵊn(t)s How to pronounce accordance (audio)
Definition of accordancenext
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 Russian authorities reject criticism of their electoral processes and insist elections are held in accordance with the law. — Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026 The plot moves in accordance with how characters evolve in their relationships — and Hal’s actions often inform the drama’s larger crises. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2026 In Germany, teams are run in accordance with what is known as the 50+1 rule. — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 27 July 2026 The letter was sent in accordance with the president’s requirements under the War Powers Resolution. — Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for accordance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accordance
  1. accord
  2. harmony
  3. agreement
  4. tune
  5. conformance
  6. conformity
Noun
  • Next week, the women head to Bethany Beach, Wendy and Stacey’s on-again/off-again dynamic kicks back up, and the Eileen Davidson accords are finally lifted.
    — Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The Eastern Libyan parliament approved the maritime accord in mid-October.
    — Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of accord
Noun
  • Truth is always in harmony with herself, and is not concerned chiefly to reveal the justice that may consist with wrong-doing.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Both vocal harmonies come through clearly with clean phasing effects.
    — Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of harmony
Noun
  • Carmelo Anthony and La La Anthony (née Vázquez) reportedly have reached a settlement agreement after almost a decade-long split.
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
  • In a plea agreement, Rice pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony charges.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of agreement
Noun
  • Written over the course of five years, every tune represents a certain period of my life.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2026
  • But the work to fine tune your life insurance policies and protections needs to start now, in the final weeks of 2026.
    — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of tune
Noun
  • This is to ensure conformance to an overarching body of human values, standards, cultural norms, expectations and usability considerations.
    — Keith Tidman, Baltimore Sun, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Explain how the agent takes in tasks and context and how the output is measured against definable tolerances (targets, conformances and limits).
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of conformance
Noun
  • Both filmmakers said getting the means to make a film often requires a certain conformity.
    — Kambole Campbell, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Furthermore, rigid or semi-rigid components create significant conformity challenges.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of conformity

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“Accordance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accordance. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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