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: 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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The coalition also said military operations would continue with the aim of degrading Houthi military capabilities and removing sources of support for the group’s war effort in accordance with international humanitarian law. — Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026 Voting is free and open to individuals aged 13 and older residing in the United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, in accordance with the official rules. — Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2026 The Hilton campaign has used AI to create campaign ads, and has disclosed that usage in accordance with state law. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026 After the lawsuit was filed, GEO Group denied its allegations and said cleaning products are used safely and securely, in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines and sanitation standards, at all detention centers. — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in accordance with

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