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
But some mathematicians are likening their work to a similar mathematical revolution that took place in the 1950s and ’60s — when Alexander Grothendieck reimagined the field of algebraic geometry in accordance with category theory, vastly extending its reach and power.
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Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 20 May 2026
The human competitor would get meal breaks and paid rest breaks during the shift in accordance with California labor laws.
—Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, renamed Atlanta Stadium in accordance with FIFA regulations, will host eight matches, starting with group-stage matches in mid-June and ending with a semifinal match on July 15.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
The high schoolers, however, would be allowed to use these devices on campus during non-instructional time as long as the device is used in accordance with the law and any applicable school rules.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
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Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 20 May 2026
The human competitor would get meal breaks and paid rest breaks during the shift in accordance with California labor laws.
—Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, renamed Atlanta Stadium in accordance with FIFA regulations, will host eight matches, starting with group-stage matches in mid-June and ending with a semifinal match on July 15.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
The high schoolers, however, would be allowed to use these devices on campus during non-instructional time as long as the device is used in accordance with the law and any applicable school rules.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accordance
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Those interested in something more herbaceous will resonate with Always Now—an earthy blend of Italian basil accord grounded by Madagascan bourbon essence.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
3 June 2026
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Former 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens resigned on his own accord last April following Paramount’s merger with Skydance.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2026
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Whether or not the simulations resulted in peace and harmony or death and destruction, the simulation’s co-creators note that the experiment is a warning that safety must be prioritized while deploying agentic AI.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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Despite the obvious harmony, their friendship was endlessly dissected online.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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The chip also came with an ownership agreement that required signees to list their Social Security number, gas credit card number, and astrological sign.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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But the agreement highlights a broader shift in the basketball apparel market, where Chinese labels are becoming increasingly influential players in a space once dominated by Western brands.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Femme tunes trilled in the background.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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The director describes him less as a young actor searching for a performance than as someone instinctively in tune with the character’s vanity, insecurity and swagger.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
28 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
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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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Historians have written about how the widespread fear and conformity of these periods reshaped American society in enduring ways, including the destruction of progressive political movements and both delaying and muting the Civil Rights Movement itself.—
Bruce Schneier,
The Conversation,
27 May 2026
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Going hand-in-hand with this current backlash against bland conformity is also a desire for comfort and nostalgia, especially given how tumultuous the world seems these days.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
24 May 2026
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“Accordance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accordance. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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