according to; in accordance with; on the basis of

àn zhào

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Follow my instructions and proceed carefully.

按照我的指示小心謹慎地前進。

We study according to the schedule.

我们按照預定计劃研读。

He took it literally.

他按照字面上的意思。

The teacher lined the children up in order of height.

老师按照身高给孩子们排队。

We know Tom doesn't always do what he's told.

我们知道汤姆有时不会按照指示行事。

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