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accordance

[uh-kawr-dns] / əˈkɔr dns /


NOUN
conferment
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"The necessary measures were taken to defend our territory in accordance with international law," he added in a statement on X.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

"Malaysia Airlines will extend its full cooperation to the relevant authorities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations," it said.

From Barron's Jul. 31, 2026

In a statement, a spokesperson for the DOJ said its attorneys are “dedicated public servants who represent the United States with integrity, in accordance with their ethical obligations and the law.”

From Salon Jul. 30, 2026

The study was performed in accordance with the National Institutes of Health Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.

From Science Daily Jul. 11, 2026

In accordance with the latest fashion, my waist tapered to a narrow point, and my train trailed two feet behind me.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine




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