as in integrates
to make a part of a body or system
the national organization co-opted many formerly independent local groups
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In Eddington, Joe co-opts the righteous anger of BLM.
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Robert Daniels, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Robert Daniels, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
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The collaboration integrates drone operations into CommandCentral Aware, allowing dispatchers to deploy drones directly from command centers.—
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26 Mar. 2026
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Spanning five floors, the destination integrates luxury retail with immersive experiences in art and food.—
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The drone also incorporates an acoustic shield to dampen noise from its own propellers, enabling clearer detection of echoes.—
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27 Mar. 2026
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What other sport incorporates all of the seasons?—
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26 Mar. 2026
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“Co-opts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/co-opts. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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