in accordance with
idiom
: in a way that agrees with or follows (something, such as a rule or request)
In accordance with your request, I am sending a copy of my book.
His funeral will be private, in accordance with his wishes.
The soldiers said they acted in accordance with his orders.
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Others operated in accordance with industry standards for fraud prevention and consumer protection.
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Roslyn Layton, Boston Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Team Canada said today that the duo will be able to compete on Sunday in accordance with guidance from medical professionals.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
To the extent permitted by law, these Terms shall be governed by, subject to and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, United States of America, excluding all conflict of law rules.
—Time, 10 Feb. 2026
In 2019, he was deported from Israel in accordance with a law that banned entry to foreigners who publicly call for boycotting the Jewish state or its settlements.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
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Roslyn Layton, Boston Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Team Canada said today that the duo will be able to compete on Sunday in accordance with guidance from medical professionals.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
To the extent permitted by law, these Terms shall be governed by, subject to and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, United States of America, excluding all conflict of law rules.
—Time, 10 Feb. 2026
In 2019, he was deported from Israel in accordance with a law that banned entry to foreigners who publicly call for boycotting the Jewish state or its settlements.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
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“In accordance with.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20accordance%20with. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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