adopt

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The reforms, described as the most significant changes in 70 years, will see Northern Ireland adopt a version of laws in place in countries including Australia, the US and the Republic of Ireland.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

But without sufficient support, training and organized enterprise data, the technology is often difficult to adopt.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

The researchers hope their findings will encourage more thorough testing of clothing before it reaches consumers and push manufacturers to adopt safer alternatives during the dyeing process.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

“Many institutions and communities lack the skills, guidance, or capacity to adopt AI responsibly and effectively,” it added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

After school, as Twig and I were biking back to her house, bundled up against the too-cold air, she said, “I think we should adopt him.”

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller