adopting

Example Sentences

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Daisy started seeing Instagram Reels about Summerween celebrations a year or so back, and had the feeling that adopting it as a kind of private holiday might take the pressure off Halloween.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2026

It’s already turned the page on its calendar, adopting a summer-to-spring season format that will better blend with the global game.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 28, 2026

"It is clear to me that social media platforms are adopting tricks straight out of the big tech playbook and doing the bare minimum to get by," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

There are significant obstacles to Iran adopting a similar policy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 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