1
as in has
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
some merchants in town will accept Canadian coins
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2
as in tolerates
to have a favorable opinion of
her husband feels that he has never been truly accepted by his wife's family
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as in believes
to regard as right or true
refused to accept that her friend had said those mean things
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as in assumes
to take to or upon oneself
accepted the responsibility of sending out the invitations
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as in stands
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
he accepted all of life's vicissitudes without complaint
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Recent Examples of accepts
The collection also accepts medical sharps, including diabetic needles, blood lancets, insulin pens, epi-pens, syringes, expired over-the-counter medicines and non-narcotic prescriptions.
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Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
That pressure should be maintained until Iran either fully accepts the three core conditions or the regime itself faces the prospect of collapse.
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Hussain Abdul-Hussain,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2026
The Dutch system accepts higher taxes and somewhat lower consumption in exchange for greater security, stability, and work-life balance.
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Steven Delco,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
On Wallace’s third attempt, David accepts the letter while grimacing.
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Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Removing all possibility that the president’s xenophobia is nonracial, the administration has implemented what is effectively a whites-only refugee policy that accepts solely South Africans of European descent.
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Adam Serwer,
The Atlantic,
27 June 2026
The average four-year college in America accepts roughly two-thirds of applicants.
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Scott White,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Sur La Table accepts kids and teens ages 7 to 17.
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Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
If a jury accepts the defense, it is obligated to convict a defendant of manslaughter, which is punishable by up to 25 years in prison, instead of murder, which carries a potential life sentence.
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Michael R. Sisak,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
That pressure should be maintained until Iran either fully accepts the three core conditions or the regime itself faces the prospect of collapse.
—
Hussain Abdul-Hussain,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2026
The Dutch system accepts higher taxes and somewhat lower consumption in exchange for greater security, stability, and work-life balance.
—
Steven Delco,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
On Wallace’s third attempt, David accepts the letter while grimacing.
—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Removing all possibility that the president’s xenophobia is nonracial, the administration has implemented what is effectively a whites-only refugee policy that accepts solely South Africans of European descent.
—
Adam Serwer,
The Atlantic,
27 June 2026
The average four-year college in America accepts roughly two-thirds of applicants.
—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Sur La Table accepts kids and teens ages 7 to 17.
—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
If a jury accepts the defense, it is obligated to convict a defendant of manslaughter, which is punishable by up to 25 years in prison, instead of murder, which carries a potential life sentence.
—
Michael R. Sisak,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accepts
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Just like white vinegar, lemon juice has an acidity that can get rid of dullness affecting your whites.
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Miami has 12 roster spots filled and will add two or three other players on value deals.
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Our constitution is color-blind, and neither knows nor tolerates classes among citizens.
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This fuss-free group of plants tolerates challenging growing conditions, including heat, drought, and humidity and the gorgeous foliage is unbothered by deer and rabbits.
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Ubel believes having multiple Mass options is about inclusion rather than division.
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He is driven, uncompromising, and firmly believes that his job is to document reality, not interfere with it.
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The Gulf, though legally unchanged, now assumes direct Iranian strike risks.
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Photos of the chefs are right there on the packaging, and the service correctly assumes that their reputations will draw you in.
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It was fought on the very ground where the Savannah History Museum now stands.
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Camp Meeker Cabin stands as a thoughtful retreat that brings mountain living back to its essentials.
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This conversation happens right before the crew takes the guests on what looks like a really cool oyster farm tour.
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Your mind takes you on an adventure as Jupiter moves into Leo today.
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Update a profile photo or choose one small habit that supports your body and mood.
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Tulloss said his organization supports creating a pathway to citizenship for the city’s undocumented immigrants.
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Howard would like him to be involved but understands carrying a full tour bag through the practice days and four potential championship rounds would be a considerable physical demand.
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Prince Harry no longer plans to bring his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, and their two children, Archie and Lilibet, with him to London next week amid security concerns, ABC News understands.
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“Accepts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accepts. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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