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 The vessel accommodates a whopping 6,700 passengers, around two-thirds more capacity than Disney's Wish class ships, which are the Disney Wish, the Disney Treasure and the Disney Destiny. Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026 Aecojoy Metal Storage Shed There’s no such thing as too much storage, and this metal shed easily accommodates gardening tools, yard games, and extra seating. Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026 The bendable design accommodates any ceiling fan shape. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2026 The House gallery accommodates hundreds of seats beyond the member seats on the chamber floor. Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026 The other wing, meanwhile, accommodates a guest bedroom and an office. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026 With private suites, barbecues, and outdoor dining areas, the retreat naturally accommodates families and friend groups eager to immerse themselves in the desert’s serenity. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026 Designed to operate off-grid, the towable home has a snug and storage-packed interior that comfortably accommodates two people. New Atlas, 16 Feb. 2026 This relay-style tour accommodates up to 6 people, allowing guests to alternate between running the dogs, riding in the sled, and traveling on a small passenger sleigh with the guide. Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodates
Verb
  • Weatherspoon holds offers from mid-majors such as Buffalo, High Point University, Northern Colorado and UTEP.
    Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Players can choose whether to throw the stone alone or with a teammate who holds the wheelchair steady.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 Mar. 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
  • Whether climbing Lookout Mountain or cruising through Golden’s downtown streets, the Maverick adapts smoothly and confidently.
    Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Over time, your nervous system adapts.
    Big Think, Big Think, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • But no character in any Broadway musical of recent vintage is designed to steal scenes like Aunt Debra, and Emily Koch obliges with a bold, brassy portrayal that proves a key catalyst for the engaging spirit of this marvelous production.
    Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 25 Feb. 2026
  • Villarreal midfielder Dani Parejo points to the space in frame three, and Rafa Marin obliges, firing the ball through to Santi Comesana and taking six Juventus players out of the game.
    Thom Harris, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The 17e features a notch at the top that houses the TrueDepth camera and Face ID components.
    Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
  • The same facility also houses deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and hip-hop artist Tekashi 6ix9ine, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez.
    Adam Reiss, NBC news, 8 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Minimalist doesn’t have to mean no flair—this pillow makes a name for itself with a circle silhouette, a twisted piping, and a leather material, resulting in a pillow that fits a minimalist palette while still delivering on plenty of personality.
    Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
  • The bright-eyed Redmayne really fits the part of a brainiac – especially in a story about one of our greatest minds.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Inspired by human vision The researchers say the idea came from how the human eye adjusts to different viewing conditions.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Its laser dust detection highlights particles invisible to the naked eye, while the piezo sensor adjusts suction automatically for different floor types.
    StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 5 Mar. 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 11 Mar. 2026.

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