Compound Prepositions - Conformity & Connection

Master English compound prepositions for conformity and connection, like "in line with" and "in nature of".

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Compound Prepositions
in line with
in line with [preposition]

used to convey that someone or something is conforming to a particular standard, guideline, or expectation

Ex: The new policy is in line with industry regulations .
in parallel with
in parallel with [preposition]

occurring simultaneously or alongside something else

Ex: The development of the website occurred in parallel with the creation of the mobile app .
in step with
in step with [preposition]

moving at the same pace, rhythm, or level as someone or something else

Ex: The team 's performance is in step with the expectations of the coach .
in sync with
in sync with [preposition]

in perfect alignment or harmony with something

Ex: The team 's efforts were in sync with the project timeline .
in tandem with
in tandem with [preposition]

used to show that two or more people or things are working together or happening at the same time to achieve a common goal

Ex: The teams collaborated in tandem with each other to complete the project on time .
in unison with
in unison with [preposition]

acting or happening together in perfect agreement or harmony

Ex: The dancers moved in unison with the music , creating a beautiful performance .
in adherence to
in adherence to [preposition]

in accordance with a specific rule, guideline, or standard

Ex: The project was completed in adherence to the established timeline .
in agreement with
in agreement with [preposition]

in harmony with a particular idea, opinion, or viewpoint

Ex: His actions are in agreement with his stated intentions .
in compliance with
in compliance with [preposition]

adhering to a specific rule, regulation, or requirement

Ex: All products must be manufactured in compliance with safety standards .
in conformity (with|to)
in conformity (with|to) [preposition]

in accordance with a particular standard, expectation, or norm

Ex: The behavior of the employees should be in conformity to the company 's code of conduct .
in congruence with
in congruence with [preposition]

in harmony with a particular concept or idea

Ex: The design of the building is in congruence with the surrounding landscape .
in correspondence
in correspondence [preposition]

used to indicate a matching or parallel relationship with something else

Ex: The expenses reported were in correspondence with the budget allocations .
in nature of
in nature of [preposition]

having characteristics or qualities similar to a particular type or category

Ex:
in accordance with
in accordance with [preposition]

used to show compliance with a specific rule, guideline, or standard

Ex: The event was organized in accordance with local laws and regulations .
in fulfillment of
in fulfillment of [preposition]

in the act of carrying out or achieving a task, duty, or obligation as required or expected

Ex: She traveled to the conference in fulfillment of her professional development goals .
Compound Prepositions
Place or Time Quantity or Degree Similarity or Contradiction Purpose & Intention
Reference & Relation Attribution & Consequence Association & Compliance Conformity & Connection
Exception & Exclusion Means or Cause Availability or Preference