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Accord vs. Accordance
Accord
/əˈkɔːd/Examples:
The teams reached an accord after long discussions.He acted in accord with his principles and beliefs.The accord was signed by both nations at the summit.
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Accordance
/əˈkɔːdəns/Examples:
And in accordance with this plan, so it was done.The project was completed in accordance with the guidelines.In accordance with the rules, everyone must sign in.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Accord is a noun or verb, while accordance is only a noun.
- Use accord when referring to an agreement or harmony between parties as a verb or noun.
- Accordance is a noun that always implies a conformity with a rule or agreement.
- Remember accordance by thinking of in accordance with, which indicates compliance or conformity.
- Accord can be used in more versatile ways, both as a noun and a verb.
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