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adopt

[uh-dopt] / əˈdɒpt /


VERB
legally care for another's child
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California would be the first in the country to adopt such a statewide standard or permit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Brokerages have up to 18 months to adopt these changes, but some will eliminate the day-trading restriction within days.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

He sees room for Okta’s growth to accelerate in the second half of 2026 as clients begin to adopt these AI identity offerings.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

She explained that the book opened her eyes to the "disguises" many Victorian women novelists were forced to adopt in order to be heard.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

None of the other photographers looked like they were in the mood to adopt a dog today.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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