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In accordance with

Meaning in law, with examples

phraseCommon term

In law, in accordance with means: A formal phrase meaning 'following' or 'in a way that agrees with' a rule, law, agreement or instruction.

In Turkish: -e uygun olarak, uyarınca, -e göre

How it is used

One of the most frequent phrases in legal and official writing: 'in accordance with the law', 'in accordance with clause 7', 'in accordance with your instructions'. It is close to 'pursuant to' and 'under', but focuses on doing something in the correct way.

Example sentences

  1. The meeting was called in accordance with the articles of association.

  2. Personal data will be processed in accordance with applicable law.

Common collocations

  • in accordance with the law
  • in accordance with clause
  • in accordance with the terms
  • in accordance with instructions
  • pursuant toA formal expression meaning 'according to' or 'as required by' a law, contract or other document.
  • comply withTo act according to a rule, law, order or request; to do what is required.
  • subject toA phrase showing that one provision depends on, or is limited by, another rule, condition or provision.
  • provisionA part of a law or a legal document that states a particular rule, condition or requirement.

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