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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Built around a clean, skin-like musk accord paired with soft rose petals, this fragrance smells less like a bouquet and more like natural skin with a subtle hint of the striking floral.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
9 June 2026
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Inspired by the harmony of the natural world and shaped through meticulous Thai craftsmanship, FUNDAO redefines luxury with leather goods that embody transformation, intention, and timeless design.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
10 Dec. 2025
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Most executive teams believe that harmony equals health.—
HBR Editors,
Harvard Business Review,
10 Dec. 2025
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As part of the distribution agreement, the slate will also roll out in mainland China via Xiaohongshu, the digital lifestyle platform whose daily active user base tops 200 million.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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Five of those six convictions, including Teahan’s case, have ended with plea agreements before trial.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Fans looking to tune into the contest between the Steelers and the Ravens can watch the game on KDKA-TV in the Pittsburgh market and on WJZ-TV in the Baltimore market.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
7 Dec. 2025
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On December 20, Wicked‘s good witch Ariana Grande returns to fronting the NBC later-nightery, with legend Cher providing the tunes, and likely some special guests.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
6 Dec. 2025
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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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At the preliminary review, the applicant team was asked to return with renderings showing the house alongside its neighbors to show bulk and scale and conformance to community character.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 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 17 Jun. 2026.
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