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adopt

[uh-dopt] / əˈdɒpt /
VERB
choose or take something as one's own
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accept approve embrace endorse follow maintain ratify select support take up use
STRONG
adapt affiliate affirm appropriate assent assume borrow espouse imitate mimic opt seize tap utilize
WEAK
go down the line go in for take on take over
Antonyms
STRONGEST
deny disagree disallow disapprove discard let go neglect oppose refuse reject release renounce shun
STRONG
give return
WEAK
disown leave alone repudiate repulse
VERB
legally care for another's child
Synonyms
STRONGEST
choose raise select
STRONG
foster naturalize pick
WEAK
take in
Antonyms
WEAK
disown leave alone reject repudiate repulse

Example Sentences

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But even if the legislation is adopted, questions remain over whether it could be enforced.

From Barron's

It urged the crypto industry to adopt new protective measures before quantum computers become powerful enough to exploit those vulnerabilities.

From MarketWatch

Congress re-enacted the same language after the 14th Amendment was adopted, suggesting an identical operation.

From The Wall Street Journal

A common theme in conversations around the conference was how quickly companies are rushing to adopt AI without putting proper security protocols in place.

From The Wall Street Journal

Obstacles to adopting battery locomotives to date include the availability of power and how long it takes to charge them.

From The Wall Street Journal

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