conformed

Example Sentences

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A majority, however, were not ideologically driven: “They simply conformed, did what was asked of them, averted their gaze from any unpleasantness.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Ultimately, D.C. has conformed to the trend and is now actually reducing crime.

From Slate • Aug. 13, 2025

Due to its enormous economy and population, automakers have conformed to California’s rules.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2025

We bought into the sport just as much as we conformed to its caricature of manhood.

From Salon • Sep. 22, 2024

Though Hale conformed to prison regulations, he continued to scheme to secure his release.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann