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abide by

verb
  1. To accept (a decision or law) and act in accordance with it; to conform to (a decision or law); to acquiesce to (a decision or law). (transitive) · I don't agree with it, but I'll abide by the decision to give the reward to her.
  2. To remain faithful to (something or someone); to adhere to (an idea or plan). (transitive) · He may have shown his true colors, but he's supported me for years, so I'll abide by him.· She has served me loyally, abiding by my rule for almost my entire life.
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“You are all kindness, madam; but I believe we must abide by our original plan.”
Pride and Prejudice, p. 246 · B2

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