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adopt

[uh-dopt] / əˈdɒpt /


VERB
legally care for another's child
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California would be the first in the country to adopt such a statewide standard or permit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Brokerages have up to 18 months to adopt these changes, but some will eliminate the day-trading restriction within days.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

He sees room for Okta’s growth to accelerate in the second half of 2026 as clients begin to adopt these AI identity offerings.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The survey shows Shopify gaining traction beyond its core retail base, and merchants view it as a clear AI beneficiary, with strong intent to adopt AI-enabled workflows over the next 2-3 years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

"We will marry, and when we do, Hugo will adopt you. You will be his son."

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti




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