as per

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in compliance with

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in conformity (with|to)

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in line with

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in step with

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The idiom "along the lines of something" originated from the concept of following a particular course, direction, or pattern. It is mainly used to suggest similarity or resemblance to a specific idea, concept, or example. In other words, the phrase conveys the idea of aligning or conforming to a certain model or framework, implying that the thing being discussed shares similarities with the mentioned concept or example, although not necessarily identical.

What is the origin of the idiom "along the lines of something" and when to use it?

along the lines of {sth}

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in alignment with

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in coherence with

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in concurrence with

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in harmony with

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in sync with

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in agreement with

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in congruence with

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in correspondence

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according to

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These prepositions indicate that two things are in conformity and alignment with each other.

Prepositions of Alignment

English Prepositions for "Alignment"