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adopt

[uh-dopt] / əˈdɒpt /


VERB
legally care for another's child
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Banks have been racing to adopt the blockchain technology best known for powering cryptocurrencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The boss will often adopt the guise that Weiss does, saying that the business needs to adapt to changing times, while offering little detail about what that means or what the new strategy looks like.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

California would be the first in the country to adopt such a statewide standard or permit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

For one, “customers are increasingly turning to platforms as they look to adopt AI.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

“Anyway, Tater thinks we should adopt these guys too. Give them the forever home they’ve never had.”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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