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
Our request to rezone a small part of the site at the corner of Wick and Holland is 100% in accordance with City planning and relevant ordinances.
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Julia Avant, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Throughout the trial, defense attorneys maintained that the spending prosecutors labeled as embezzlement was transparent and in accordance with the union’s constitution.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Camilla also notified the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner in accordance with its obligations.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
In accordance with Indiana State Police policy, Trooper Beers has been placed on administrative duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
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Julia Avant, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Throughout the trial, defense attorneys maintained that the spending prosecutors labeled as embezzlement was transparent and in accordance with the union’s constitution.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Camilla also notified the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner in accordance with its obligations.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
In accordance with Indiana State Police policy, Trooper Beers has been placed on administrative duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accordance
Noun
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Though the Roberts family’s attorneys have insisted that the buyers and sellers are in accord, preservation advocates in Riverside have called for a review of documents associated with Roberts’ purchase of the property.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Iran has demanded a ceasefire in Lebanon before an accord can be reached with the US.—
Arsalan Shahla,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
Noun
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This playful fourish, although useless in terms of timekeeping, requires 200 of the 646 components in the watch and two engineers had to work simultaneously to ensure the face shield and the movement operated in harmony.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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This week, Olivia Rodrigo dances her way into her sweetheart’s arms on a standout from You Seem Pretty Sad, New York rockers Interpol offer a first look into their new album, and L’Rain alchemizes distortion and harmony on an avalanche of a track.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 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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The plan was for Wetzel to play a handful of tunes off the LP, which dropped on Friday, before settling into a series of handshakes and selfies with a crowd that mingled at cocktail tables and velvet couches.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
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At the same time, BTS widely shares a tune that was originally only featured on a deluxe version of Arirang, which was made available to purchase on vinyl.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
12 June 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
Noun
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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 14 Jun. 2026.
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