According
/əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/
Definitions
- (prep.) As stated by or in conformity with; in agreement with a legal source or authority.
According to the contract, the tenant must pay rent by the fifth of each month.
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Commentary
Used primarily to introduce a source or basis for a statement or action in legal drafting, signaling reliance on an authoritative reference.
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