abides by
Sticks to faithfully
To abide by something is to follow or comply with it—a rule, decision, agreement, or outcome: We'll abide by whatever the committee decides.
The phrase implies acceptance and adherence, often to something imposed by others or determined externally: Both parties agreed to abide by the terms of the contract.
- followsComes after another
- obeysFollows commands given
- compliesFollows a directive
- toes the lineAdheres to expectations
- respectsHolds in high regard
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