Accordance
/əˈkɔːrdəns/
Definitions
- (n.) The state or quality of being in agreement or conformity with something.
The contract was drafted in strict accordance with the new regulations.
- (n.) Compliance with a law, rule, or directive.
The company acted in accordance with the court's decision.
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to emphasize conformity with laws or regulations; precise usage can avoid ambiguity in statutory and contractual language.
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