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as in corresponds
to be in agreement on every point
the list conforms with the contents of the trunk
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as in blends
to form a pleasing relationship
last-minute changes in the schedule that conform with our plans nicely
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as in reconciles
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
we'll have to conform this new rule with existing policy regarding student-run organizations on campus
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as in adapts
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
I can be funny or serious, for I always conform my behavior to the situation
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Recent Examples of conforms
The 6-inch gel memory foam provides a soft, plush feel and conforms to your body’s natural curves, reducing pressure points on the shoulders and hips.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Available in both travel and standard sizes, the back support pillow conforms to the body to relieve pressure and alleviate back pain.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the cork in the footbed gradually conforms to my foot’s shape.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
Through gestures big and small, Bruce Friedrich conforms to the archetype of a lifelong anti-meat crusader.
—Andrew Zaleski, The Atlantic, 30 Mar. 2026
The strategy conforms to Avylo's mission of ensuring precision indoor environments are affordable and convenient to contemporary homes.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
This mattress uses pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to the body and helps circulation.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2026
If the measure does not pass with a simple majority, Menlo Park’s Planning Commission is expected to hold hearings in late 2026 or early 2027 to review whether the project conforms to the city’s general plan.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
Everything conforms to muscle memory.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Available in both travel and standard sizes, the back support pillow conforms to the body to relieve pressure and alleviate back pain.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the cork in the footbed gradually conforms to my foot’s shape.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
Through gestures big and small, Bruce Friedrich conforms to the archetype of a lifelong anti-meat crusader.
—Andrew Zaleski, The Atlantic, 30 Mar. 2026
The strategy conforms to Avylo's mission of ensuring precision indoor environments are affordable and convenient to contemporary homes.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
This mattress uses pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to the body and helps circulation.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2026
If the measure does not pass with a simple majority, Menlo Park’s Planning Commission is expected to hold hearings in late 2026 or early 2027 to review whether the project conforms to the city’s general plan.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
Everything conforms to muscle memory.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conforms
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Each assault count corresponds to a moment Mendoza Hernandez’s car lurched forward, about seven seconds apart.—
Scott Lebar. Story produced with AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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Anika Reed The Costume Institute exhibit has a distinct theme each year that corresponds with the Met Gala.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
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The restaurant blends Mexican flavors with subtle fusion touches, including ingredients like miso and shoyu folded into dishes across the menu.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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Apple TV‘s Murderbot blends science-fiction, comedy, human emotion and many more elements, so the music is just as eclectic.—
Fred Topel,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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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
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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
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Crew adapts to laser controls One important result was how fast sailors learned to use the system.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
4 May 2026
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In addition, the Academy, which adapts its rules every year, retained the right to request additional information about how AI was used and the extent of human authorship in any project that uses generative AI.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
3 May 2026
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The release also coincides with a broader expansion of the resort’s private ski infrastructure.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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This release coincides with the tenth anniversary of the death of His Purple Highness, the singer, songwriter, producer, philanthropist, musician and multi-instrumentalist with an unfathomable life and work.—
Darío Gael Blanco,
Vanity Fair,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The price of ethanol roughly correlates to the price of oil.—
Star Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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Health Highroad also notes that higher vagal tone correlates with lower resting anxiety, better emotional regulation and faster heart rate recovery after stress exposure.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Early in the film, Perry sits behind the wheel of her car, adjusts the rearview mirror and backs out of the garage.—
Pamela Chelin,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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As Cameron adjusts to life in Sowell Bay (more bonding with Ethan, who is a little hung up on Tova, plus his own potential romance with Avery, played by a peppy Sofia Black-D’Elia), Tova starts to inch her way out of it.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Andrew Chafin, a lefty who has bounced around to eight teams, has given Kwan fits, too.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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As the day builds, Mars challenges Jupiter, pushing you to do more than fits your capacity.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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“Conforms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conforms. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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