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as in reconciled
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
let's accommodate the difference in their voices by moving the mike closer to Sarah, whose voice is softer
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as in adapted
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
accommodated the lectern to the height of the guest speaker, who turned out to be quite short
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as in obliged
to do a service or favor for
couldn't accommodate everyone who wanted a free T-shirt
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as in housed
to provide with living quarters or shelter
regards the tent as entirely inadequate for accommodating them through the winter
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Recent Examples of accommodated
Uber’s website says service animals must be accommodated in compliance with applicable accessibility laws and the company’s service animal policy, which says there are no exceptions due to allergies, religious objections, or a fear of animals.
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Steve Karnowski, Twin Cities, 11 Mar. 2026
Writers accommodated the skimmer.
—Big Think, 11 Mar. 2026
Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins will be accommodated, subject to availability.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
After authorities completed their investigation, customers were re-accommodated on another aircraft and the flight continued to its final destination in Fort Lauderdale.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
During modern times, the Texas State Historic Site has served as prime picnic grounds that accommodated the Star of the Republic Museum, an ample visitors center, a replica of the Republic of Texas capitol building, and broad meadows fringed with forest where the original townsite stood.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
It was meant for a high-end studio environment, where the assumption was that these things would be accommodated separately.
—Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 2026
Along the way, Fortinet bought some land that eventually accommodated its ultra-modern headquarters, which the tech company opened in 2021.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
Without question, gender stereotypes deserve to be challenged, not accommodated.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
Steve Karnowski, Twin Cities, 11 Mar. 2026
Writers accommodated the skimmer.
—Big Think, 11 Mar. 2026
Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins will be accommodated, subject to availability.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
After authorities completed their investigation, customers were re-accommodated on another aircraft and the flight continued to its final destination in Fort Lauderdale.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
During modern times, the Texas State Historic Site has served as prime picnic grounds that accommodated the Star of the Republic Museum, an ample visitors center, a replica of the Republic of Texas capitol building, and broad meadows fringed with forest where the original townsite stood.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
It was meant for a high-end studio environment, where the assumption was that these things would be accommodated separately.
—Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 2026
Along the way, Fortinet bought some land that eventually accommodated its ultra-modern headquarters, which the tech company opened in 2021.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
Without question, gender stereotypes deserve to be challenged, not accommodated.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodated
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When the door finally opened, Rivera, seated on the passenger side, removed his seatbelt before quickly reaching for his gun and shooting Diller, prosecutors said.—
Sheetal Banchariya,
New York Daily News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Taco Bell executives, including Liz Matthews, global chief food Innovation officer, and chief marketing officer Taylor Mongomery, announced several upcoming menu items for this year with the help of host Vince Staples and celebrities seated among superfans in the audience.—
Fielding Buck,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The longtime couple ultimately reconciled before tying the knot in April 2011.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
9 Mar. 2026
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Eventually, the men reconciled and Parr became a Magnum man, sneaking in with just enough votes.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2026
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Some questions may be adapted into full columns, and transcripts of the chats remain available after each session concludes.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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Cronin has a controversial reputation, but his players have adapted and thrived under him.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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This last image was already ripe for parody decades ago, and Koos Kombuis obliged in his 1980 song Kaalvoet (Barefoot), sending the trekkers over the mountains with picnic hampers, polony, and their sneakers (takkies) forgotten at home.—
Jan Steyn,
The Dial,
10 Mar. 2026
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The state felt obliged to make up the difference.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The two bells originally housed in two bell towers at the church.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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Don't forget to check on them during extremely hot weather—even drought-tolerant varieties may need more water when housed in terracotta during the summer.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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The rapper, who pleaded not guilty to all charges, has been held at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center since he was arrested in September 2024.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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That means every state budget could be held hostage until the whims of a small fraction of legislators is satisfied.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Aug. 2025
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MaiaSpace, a French ArianeGroup subsidiary, has adjusted its timeline, now aiming for an inaugural launch in early 2027.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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None adjusted easily to her height or her husband's for shaving.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Mar. 2026
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Countries such as Saudi Arabia once wondered whether Tehran could be appeased and contained.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
28 Feb. 2026
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But that hasn’t appeased protesters at demonstrations throughout Los Angeles County.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Accommodated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodated. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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