accordance
Americannoun
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agreement; conformity.
in accordance with the rules.
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the act of according or granting.
the accordance of all rights and privileges.
noun
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conformity; agreement; accord (esp in the phrase in accordance with )
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the act of granting; bestowal
accordance of rights
Other Word Forms
- preaccordance noun
Etymology
Origin of accordance
1275–1325; Middle English acordance < Old French. See accord, -ance
Example Sentences
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In accordance with tradition, the ceremony began with Mullally knocking three times with a staff on the cathedral's west door to request admission.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
“However, we have a responsibility to defend the integrity of our institution and the rule of law, while ensuring that every member of our community is treated fairly and in accordance with the law.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
Poste Italiane said the offer will be carried out in accordance with applicable regulations and subject to the required approvals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
But the coin is being issued in accordance with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's authority and discretion to mint and issue proof gold coins.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
But when he said, “We will now pray to the spirit in our own words, for the spirit intercedes for us in accordance with His will,” the silence was broken.
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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