as in adopting
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 borrowing
This approach highlights a broader shift in robotics, where engineers are borrowing from biological systems to build machines that are more adaptable and resilient.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Through the program, Joy learned about different animals, including borrowing a local llama, Shania, to show at fairs.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 22 Mar. 2026
All nine members of the Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep borrowing costs on hold, the first unanimous decision for more than four years.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Sometimes that meant borrowing from siblings and restyling items into something that looked like his own.
—J.m. Banks
march 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Through the program, Joy learned about different animals, including borrowing a local llama, Shania, to show at fairs.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 22 Mar. 2026
All nine members of the Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep borrowing costs on hold, the first unanimous decision for more than four years.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Sometimes that meant borrowing from siblings and restyling items into something that looked like his own.
—J.m. Banks
march 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for borrowing
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Individuals interested in adopting are encouraged to visit the shelter at 7315 Muncaster Mill Road in Derwood, Maryland.—
Janay Reece,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Secrets triumphs two to one despite Bannon adopting her own dirty tricks.—
Rob Crilly,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Mar. 2026
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With passionate fans, rising stars, and a city embracing the spotlight, March Madness in Sacramento is delivering exactly what its name promises.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The biggest switch was embracing a long putter after his traditional one produced a five-putt hole.—
Jay Paris,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Borrowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/borrowing. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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