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Definitions

according to

PREPOSITION
in accordance with
Synonyms
STRONGEST
in accord with in accordance with in agreement with
STRONG
conforming to in consonance with in keeping with in the manner of
WEAK
as reported by as stated in in line with just as pursuant to to the degree that

Example Sentences

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The story follows “Miranda Priestly as she navigates her career amid the decline of traditional magazine publishing,” according to the synopsis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

The proposal would cancel 53 science missions and reduce funding for others, according to the Planetary Society analysis.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

Department of Agriculture approved waivers that allow 18 states to restrict some foods from being purchased with SNAP, creating confusion for retailers and recipients, according to CivilEats.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

The company averaged an annual gross margin of over 60% from 2010 to 2020, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

If all went according to Dasch's plan, he would be a hero.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple