according to
Americanpreposition
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in agreement or accord with.
according to his judgment.
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consistent with; in conformity with.
to be paid according to one's experience.
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on the authority of; as stated or reported by.
According to her, they have gone.
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in proportion to.
He'll be charged according to his ability to pay.
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contingent on.
According to the number of winners, the judges will award duplicate prizes.
Etymology
Origin of according to
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English
Example Sentences
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It’s up about 58% since Feb. 27, the last trading day before the Iran war began, according to Dow Jones Market Data.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
Since 2021, 23 states have reduced their top marginal income-tax rates, according to the Tax Foundation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
The next day, Machuca showed up for his shift and was arrested, according to the statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
The average rate on a new two-year fixed deal is 5.62%, according to financial information service Moneyfacts - the highest for more than a month.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
The only woman he ever loved, according to the sappy anniversary speech he gives every year.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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