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according to

according to

preposition
1.
in agreement or accord with: according to his judgment.
2.
consistent with; in conformity with: to be paid according to one's experience.
3.
on the authority of; as stated or reported by: According to her, they have gone.
4.
in proportion to: He'll be charged according to his ability to pay.
5.
contingent on: According to the number of winners, the judges will award duplicate prizes.

Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English
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According to is always a great word to know.
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a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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