as in to adopt
to take for one's own use (something originated by another)
borrowed the basic plot from a book of tales, but put her personal stamp on the story
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Recent Examples of borrow
In Zionsville, citizens and leaders alike wonder how to grow in a way that is more than just borrowing blueprints from Westfield and Carmel.
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Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 23 Oct. 2025
While the Federal Reserve does not directly affect mortgage rates, its decisions influence what banks charge each other to borrow money—which in turn has an effect on mortgage rates and the housing market.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The Fed’s rate cuts should function like a tide that lifts all boats by making borrowing cheaper, allowing companies to expand head count.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Wickersham said the suspect borrowed the Ford Escape during the time of the shooting.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 23 Oct. 2025
While the Federal Reserve does not directly affect mortgage rates, its decisions influence what banks charge each other to borrow money—which in turn has an effect on mortgage rates and the housing market.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The Fed’s rate cuts should function like a tide that lifts all boats by making borrowing cheaper, allowing companies to expand head count.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Wickersham said the suspect borrowed the Ford Escape during the time of the shooting.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for borrow
Verb
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He was raised by his mother and his maternal grandmother, who legally adopted him.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Postpartum anxiety is excessive worrying or panic that happens after having or adopting a baby, according to the Cleveland Clinic.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
28 Oct. 2025
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In a 30-minute interview, Martin defended how the party has been managing its internal divisions, and pushed back at Republicans who have accused Democrats of embracing violence and radical politics.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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Audiences had come to embrace B-movie glory, unusual stories, and the idea of cult midnight screenings built around the idea of outsider community.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Borrow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/borrow. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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