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〜に即して: in line with; based on

N1 · 11 Formal and written style

Says you act or judge according to facts, rules, or reality.

Noun + に即して / に即した + noun: 事実に即して, 現実に即した. Formal. Means keeping close to something concrete such as rules or facts. Compare 〜に沿って, which is more about following a line or plan.

Examples

事実じじつに即そくして、正確せいかくに報告ほうこくしてください。

Please report accurately, in line with the facts.

現実げんじつに即そくした計画を立けいかくをたてることが大切たいせつだ。

It is important to make plans that fit reality.

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