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
Taken in accordance with the instructions on the label and an appropriate diet and exercise regimen, GLP-1s are effective at lowering a person’s weight.
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Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The rhythm of the beat completely changes, and the rhythm of how the body has to move in accordance with that beat.
—Ashley Boucher, EW.com, 13 June 2025
This was done in accordance with GHF protocol to avoid casualties.
—Abigail Williams, NBC news, 27 May 2025
However, Francis actually resided in a smaller residence, the Casa Santa Marta, which was also sealed in accordance with tradition.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 7 May 2025
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Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The rhythm of the beat completely changes, and the rhythm of how the body has to move in accordance with that beat.
—Ashley Boucher, EW.com, 13 June 2025
This was done in accordance with GHF protocol to avoid casualties.
—Abigail Williams, NBC news, 27 May 2025
However, Francis actually resided in a smaller residence, the Casa Santa Marta, which was also sealed in accordance with tradition.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accordance
Noun
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But on Democrats' main ask, the accord fell short for many progressives.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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Heroes include Night Cap, a warm-spicy gourmand, as well as Salted Muse, which taps sea salt, pink pepper and olive tree accord.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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All these songs rely on a strong backbeat more than harmonies or guitar solos, for example.—
John Lingan,
Rolling Stone,
8 Nov. 2025
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To this day, it's celebrated as one of the most iconic musical pairings ever captured on television — a shimmering handoff between generations and a snapshot of two powerhouse voices meeting in perfect harmony.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The agreement includes bipartisan bills worked out by the Senate Appropriations Committee to fund parts of government — food aid, veterans programs and the legislative branch, among other things.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
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There’s near-universal agreement from all kinds of housing observers that the affordability crisis is one of (non)-supply and demand.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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For over 50 years, it’s been the morning soundtrack of childhood, making its bright colors, belly laughs and sing-along tunes a cozy ritual for many.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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Here’s a friendly reminder to tune into CJ Moore’s weekly men’s college basketball top 25, which is always more than just a ranking.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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The draft ordinance would prohibit any village agent or agency from providing information about or investigating or aiding in any investigation of a person or entity providing or receiving gender affirming care obtained in conformance with the laws of the state of Illinois.—
Bob Skolnik,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Home project: One item was removed from the board’s consent agenda — which typically is approved as a slate with no presentations — for a full review at a future meeting over concerns about conformance with local planning guidelines.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Corporations were hiring social scientists to cultivate conformity in their workers.—
David Merritt Johns,
The Atlantic,
2 Nov. 2025
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With Blonde, premiering this week in the Tokyo International Film Festival’s main competition, rising 38-year-old director Yuichiro Sakashita delivers a sharp, quietly damning satire of conformity in Japan’s education system.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Accordance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accordance. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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