accommodates

Definition of accommodatesnext
present tense third-person singular of accommodate
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as in holds
to make or have room for the back seat accommodates three people comfortably

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Recent Examples of accommodates Although my prescription lenses work on the standard frames, some don’t, which is why there is now a $500 version that accommodates a wider range of prescriptions. Larry Magid, Mercury News, 7 May 2026 Set within a four-hectare estate in a prime location, the property accommodates no more than 87 guests at any one time. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026 Wrigley View Rooftop is a venue located across the street from Wrigley Field that accommodates up to 200 guests through individual and group tickets. Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 May 2026 Bench seating accommodates more people in less space than individual chairs. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026 The platform also accommodates mobile properties such as boats and recreational vehicles, where operational knowledge plays a significant role in both safety and enjoyment. Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026 Truly inclusive accessibility, though, accommodates a much greater range of tourists, from individuals with physical disabilities to people with autism or dementia. ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026 This backyard combines the best of several worlds—a gravel area adds textural flair and elegance, while a patio easily accommodates seating of all kinds. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026 The collection features Sole Bliss' patented comfort construction, which redistributes pressure and accommodates wider feet without compromising the sleek silhouette. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodates
Verb
  • Unlike most other races on the ballot, the June 2 election is not a primary and will determine who holds the board seat through June 2030.
    Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
  • Forecasters aren't sure what the future holds.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Verb
  • There’s no ending for Heathcliff that reconciles him to the cruelty shown to him by Hindley Earnshaw, who hates him from the moment that his father brings him home.
    Radhika Jones, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
  • By reframing effectiveness through the dual lens of character and context integrity, this approach offers a more realistic theory of leadership—one that reconciles the bright and dark sides and emphasizes the moral compass leaders need to advance the common good.
    Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The findings point to a system that adapts under stress rather than failing.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026
  • And while it’s often associated with sprawling garden beds, zucchini adapts beautifully to container growing.
    Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
Verb
  • Johnson obliges, gently removing the lid.
    Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 1 May 2026
  • Finally, the series rests on the shoulders of the three principal players, who are just a pleasure to watch; the camera obliges by moving in close.
    Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The Broadway theater that houses The Book of Mormon caught fire Monday morning, with fire officials describing it as a three-alarm fire.
    Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 4 May 2026
  • The Met Gala is a major fundraiser for the museum’s Costume Institute, which houses numerous historic pieces of fashion and related artifacts.
    Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Verb
  • Andrew Chafin, a lefty who has bounced around to eight teams, has given Kwan fits, too.
    Zack Meisel, New York Times, 4 May 2026
  • As the day builds, Mars challenges Jupiter, pushing you to do more than fits your capacity.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Verb
  • Real-time obstacle detection means the K1 identifies and navigates around objects in its path, while dynamic cutting adaptation adjusts its approach based on terrain changes.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Doughty added that the band adjusts its set to match the diverse audience the festival attracts.
    Alex Distefano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The menu appeases a multitude of appetites.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 17 Jan. 2026
  • The discharge petition comes as Republicans have failed to put a plan for healthcare forward that appeases all of their caucus, as a small group seeks to work across the aisle for a solution.
    Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 10 Dec. 2025

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“Accommodates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodates. Accessed 8 May. 2026.

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