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adoption

[uh-dop-shuhn] / əˈdɒp ʃən /


NOUN
legal taking of another's child
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Zoom reported that the revenue growth was due to an increase in customers and AI adoption.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Wedbush analyst Michael Piccolo said in a note last week that eBay had significant resources at its disposal to ward off any takeover attempt, including the possible adoption of a shareholder-rights plan.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

He supported the adoption of a prematch anthem to unite the fans before kickoff.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Their aim, DSA leaders say, is to see the adoption of progressive policies on homelessness, rent control and public safety — and to have a socialist city attorney to make those policies stick.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

When did you lose her, how did you lose her, did you give a baby girl up for adoption, and, do you remember, what was her name?

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu




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