1
as in corresponding
to be in agreement on every point
an outfit that most definitely does not comport with the company's guidelines for dress-down days
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2
as in behaving
to manage the actions of (oneself) in a particular way
the grieving relatives comported themselves with grace and dignity during that difficult time
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comporting
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Much of the footage was silent, though there was corresponding audio, which needed to be painfully synced up, a process that took two years.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
7 Sep. 2025 -
Following the success of EA’s 2024 return to college football, the company teased a corresponding basketball series this June.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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But, although the rise in dismissals of this sort may be more a product of the greater likelihood of them being reported rather than an outright increase, there may also be a sense in which some chief executives are behaving badly because of their status.—
Roger Trapp,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Hardly seems like enough to cow these arrogant companies into behaving, especially when their business model is so intrinsically tied to hoovering up other people’s information and creative work.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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The one on top is soft, conforming to your body, while the firmer one underneath provides support.—
Wes Siler,
Outside,
27 Aug. 2025
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When done correctly, the result should increasingly feel like working 1-1 with an instructor, but without the inconvenience of conforming to the instructor's schedule or competing for time and attention with other students.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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Utah authorities released photos of the person of interest in the shooting on Thursday in which the individual can be seen on steps while carrying a black backpack and wearing a shirt with what appeared to be an American flag print on it.—
Jon Haworth,
ABC News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Where other presentations emphasize nondescript techno music and straight-size models, Antonoff and Alexsandra showcased their designs through a who's who of celebrities, sporting their new looks while carrying shelter dogs available for adoption.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The news about the rocket test was published coinciding with North Korea’s 77th Day of the Foundation of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, an anniversary around which Pyongyang has tested weapons in the past.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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Kensington Palace confirmed that William will carry out royal duties Monday through Wednesday, directly coinciding with Harry’s planned public appearances.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Verdict Announced in Young Dolph's Murder Trial The jury deliberated for about three hours before acquitting the 45-year-old of first-degree murder and conspiracy charges.—
Jenna Sundel
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Aug. 2025
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In 2013, with Knox now back in the United States, Italy’s highest court ordered a new trial, ultimately acquitting her in 2015.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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Likewise, endorsing the belief that a college degree is important for economic success is different than agreeing that the typical college curriculum equips students with essential job skills.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Black’s sister Molly Watts said the family had doubts after agreeing to donate Black’s organs but felt unheard until the 34-year-old doctor, in his first year as a neurosurgeon, intervened.—
Kff Health News,
Oc Register,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Supreme Court on Monday lifted limits that had been imposed on federal agents conducting immigration raids in Los Angeles.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Part of the appeal of stablecoins is the speed in conducting transactions on digital ledgers.—
Nick Sargen,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Comporting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comporting. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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