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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 high-compression fabric conforms to the body, while the double-layered waistband ensures a secure fit.
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Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The oversized chair is ideal for patios, decks, or poolside spaces, and it’s filled with high-density foam that conforms to your body position, offering comfortable support for long-term sitting and relaxing.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
Built largely from carbon fiber, and weighing just under 158 kilograms, the Helix conforms with the FAA’s rules for ultralight aircraft.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Sep. 2025
The memory foam conforms to your head to relieve pressure, and the cooling case helps with temperature.
—Nora Colomer
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But that’s just the start, Moon adds that the mattress uses zone pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to his body and helps with circulation.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Aug. 2025
With a solid gang, Mufasa conforms to a typical journey of misfits.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
They’re designed with a high-rise waist, flattering stretchy fabric that conforms to the shape of your curves, and a trendy flare hem that shows off your shoes.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
This shoe stretches and conforms to your foot with wear.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 21 Nov. 2024
Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The oversized chair is ideal for patios, decks, or poolside spaces, and it’s filled with high-density foam that conforms to your body position, offering comfortable support for long-term sitting and relaxing.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
Built largely from carbon fiber, and weighing just under 158 kilograms, the Helix conforms with the FAA’s rules for ultralight aircraft.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Sep. 2025
The memory foam conforms to your head to relieve pressure, and the cooling case helps with temperature.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2025
But that’s just the start, Moon adds that the mattress uses zone pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to his body and helps with circulation.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 22 Aug. 2025
With a solid gang, Mufasa conforms to a typical journey of misfits.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
They’re designed with a high-rise waist, flattering stretchy fabric that conforms to the shape of your curves, and a trendy flare hem that shows off your shoes.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
This shoe stretches and conforms to your foot with wear.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 21 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conforms
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Citi’s $48 price target corresponds to an upside of more than 11%.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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The ZIP code on the filing corresponds to the New York borough.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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Zhou says the film blends 2D and 3D animation techniques in a way she’s trademarked as a distinct narrative approach.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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Emily’s original work blends absurd comedy, colorful world-building, and cultural critique, often centering outsiders who are trying—and failing—in deeply funny ways, to understand themselves and each other.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
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Aligning fast joints with slow jets The paper’s central innovation is a multirate MPC design that reconciles the different response speeds of a humanoid’s joint actuators and jet engines.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Oct. 2025
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And not unlike that earlier film, this one takes its tale of debauchery and rectitude and reconciles everything with a fiery third act.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
19 Sep. 2025
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Studios is also the division that adapts the paper’s reporting to pitch Hollywood projects, and has seen success with Bravo’s Dirty John and articles optioned for features, including for the film Rosemead starring Lucy Liu.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Oct. 2025
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The key is a personalized approach that adapts as patients’ needs evolve over time.—
Carol Mathews,
The Conversation,
15 Oct. 2025
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Latin Music Week also coincides with the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards, which will air on Thursday, October 23 on Telemundo and Peacock, where Bad Bunny will be honored with the Latin Artist of the 21st Century Award.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
20 Oct. 2025
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The peak coincides with the new moon, offering skywatchers ideal viewing conditions since the moon will be 0% illuminated, according to StarWalk.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
20 Oct. 2025
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This correlates with warmer soils to enhance germination and the absence of frost, which can kill seedlings.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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Scientists across the globe have estimated that each degree of global warming correlates to a 4% increase in the intensity of extreme rainfall.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The brain eventually adjusts, but the body continues to degrade.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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The agency adjusts its benefits every year based on inflation.—
Jason Del Rey,
Fortune,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Your laptop fits snuggly in the inner sleeve, plus the two water bottle slings on the side provide plenty of space for beverages.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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For treats, think small candies, chocolate coins, or even tiny trinkets—something that fits easily inside a balloon.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Conforms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conforms. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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