adopting

Example Sentences

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“Our responsibility goes beyond adopting regulations — we are committed to upholding them by identifying violations and holding companies accountable for meeting emissions standards.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Treasury has avoided adopting that designation in its semiannual reviews of foreign currency practices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Customers “will not only be adopting software when they join Bill, they will be bringing on a team of expert agents that learn their financial back office and run it,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Fifteen families have viewed Wei's file but none has expressed an interest in adopting him.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

“Buddy, you shouldn’t be adopting a stray dog. You should buy a purebred—something expensive. We’re millionaires. Don’t forget.”

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty