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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
Through gestures big and small, Bruce Friedrich conforms to the archetype of a lifelong anti-meat crusader.
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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
The knee-high design works in the same way as the tights, offering compression to improve circulation in a fashionable design that conforms to your shape.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
The force utilized by Sterling Heights Police Officer conforms to Michigan law, as well as applicable agency policy, standards, and guidelines.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Christian Holler, Porsche’s head of charging systems, says the system conforms to International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection standards for electromagnetic radiation.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Dec. 2025
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
The knee-high design works in the same way as the tights, offering compression to improve circulation in a fashionable design that conforms to your shape.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
The force utilized by Sterling Heights Police Officer conforms to Michigan law, as well as applicable agency policy, standards, and guidelines.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Christian Holler, Porsche’s head of charging systems, says the system conforms to International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection standards for electromagnetic radiation.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conforms
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In her experience, 15% often corresponds to about 33 pounds (15 kilograms).—
Nicole Hernandez,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
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The center of the image corresponds to the water column directly beneath the sonar device and appears dark.—
John Femiani,
The Conversation,
30 Mar. 2026
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There is one particularly inventive sequence that blends a rendering of Mario in his original 2D 8-bit form, blurry pixels and all, with the 3D beauty of the more modern iterations.—
Lindsey Bahr,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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Gomez uses one pump all over her entire face and blends it in with the new Soft Touch Makeup Blending Sponge.—
Elizabeth Denton,
Allure,
1 Apr. 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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Meanwhile, Kawamura’s twisty, Escher-esque thriller adapts a refreshingly original video game to find a man trapped in a Japanese metro station with no way out.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2026
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The system also adapts to emergencies in real time.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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Leverkusen’s admiration for Hurzeler coincides with doubts about the viability of his longevity at the Amex Stadium after fierce criticism from sections of the fanbase.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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For Bunny World Foundation — the Southland’s most active rabbit rescue organization — spring is the worst time of year, as the post-Easter dumping phenomenon coincides with rabbits’ natural breeding season to create an overwhelming influx of unwanted bunnies.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Jeffery’s lab studies the ageing retina, in which functional decline correlates with mitochondrial deterioration.—
Lynne Peeples,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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Which correlates to a decline in the number of students concentrating and majoring in Black Studies.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Whether the streaming platform adjusts its approach for future broadcasts like the Home Run Derby and Field of Dreams game remains to be seen.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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The adaptive noise cancellation automatically adjusts to your environment to silence distractions, and the four digital beamforming microphones keep your voice crystal clear during calls, even in windy outdoor conditions.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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These wireless earbuds are comfortable enough for all-day wear, thanks to their ergonomic design that fits the ear perfectly.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
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So, Gomez collaborated with the Hanger Clinic, which designs and custom fits orthotic and prosthetic devices.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Conforms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conforms. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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