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adopt

[uh-dopt] / əˈdɒpt /


VERB
legally care for another's child
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Huddled around a small makeshift memorial of votive candles and flowers, those gathered demanded that the Inglewood Police Department adopt body-worn cameras, as many police agencies countrywide have done.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Grab emphasized the need to help partners adopt AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited said in March it is considering halving the market cap threshold for companies to adopt a dual-class share structure.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The reforms, described as the most significant changes in 70 years, will see Northern Ireland adopt a version of laws in place in countries including Australia, the US and the Republic of Ireland.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The group, including C.P., voted to adopt the name.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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