SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
accordance
noun
Agreement with a rule, standard, or stated requirement.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Agreement with a requirement
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Usage distinction
Return to topIn accordance with can often become in conformity with; observance emphasizes following a rule.
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See accordance in use
The panels were installed in accordance with the architect's drawings.
At a fictional community printshop, the introductory session was compulsory for anyone using the shared presses. Dev arranged his first project in accordance with the posted booking procedure, reserving a session before bringing in his materials.
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