accordingly

adverb

ə-ˈkȯr-diŋ-lē How to pronounce accordingly (audio)
Definition of accordinglynext
as in therefore
for this or that reason the application deadline was yesterday; accordingly, only applications mailed before midnight can be considered

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Recent Examples of accordingly Fertilizing the Right Way Proper fertilizing has everything to do with understanding your growing conditions and adjusting your fertilization schedule accordingly. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 16 July 2026 In the previous World Cup in Qatar four years ago, Croatia beat Morocco 2-1 to finish third behind Argentina and France, four years on from being runners-up to the French at Russia 2018, and celebrated accordingly. — Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 15 July 2026 The matter is under review, and the soldier will be addressed accordingly. — Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026 Humidity sensors Certain models are able to detect when the humidity is particularly high or low in your home and will automatically adjust the temperature accordingly. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for accordingly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accordingly
  1. therefore
  2. so
  3. thus
  4. consequently
Adverb
  • There are numerous forces, therefore, that should compel FIFA to rein in its shameless pursuit of ticketing revenue — including the simple fact that there is less wealth in Spain, Portugal and Morocco than there is in North America.
    — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Close to 68% of the base offering is therefore secondary stock.
    — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of therefore
Adverb
  • Some will be motivated to do so after engaging with soccer for the first time in June and July, during the World Cup hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
    — Kamran Nia July 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026
  • This South Florida city once known for spring break mayhem is all grown up, so book a post-cruise stay.
    — Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of so
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  • In those circumstances, and with United looking at options on the left wing, including Crysencio Summerville, the prospect of Rashford returning, thus saving the club a fee for a new signing, has increased.
    — Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • The robots can handle any amount of complexity in the pricing and will optimize their travel to reduce cost and thus meet the public interest as encoded in the fees.
    — Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of thus
Adverb
  • This year illustrated as much as any since 2022 the level of anticipation of the fans and, consequently, pressure on the team to make this all-in season work.
    — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 16 July 2026
  • The story follows two genetically identical women who switch identities and consequently expose a hierarchical world based on genetic selection, exploitation and obedience.
    — Roberto Prieto, Variety, 7 July 2026
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