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

Uncertainty about the war's economic shock has so far led policymakers at the Federal Reserve to adopt a wait-and-see approach on interest rate moves, as they balance curbing stubbornly high inflation with managing unemployment.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Kang said the BOK is likely to adopt a wait-and-see stance in April as it assesses whether Middle East-driven energy shocks ease or intensify.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 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

Overall, however, the United States was slow to adopt this type of system, so Elizebeth did Donovan a big favor by setting him up with one.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield