naturalize

verb

Definition of naturalizenext
1
as in to adopt

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2
as in to adapt

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Recent Examples of naturalize The court clarified that children born in countries that automatically grant citizenship at birth — including the United States — retain their Italian citizenship even if their parents naturalize there. — Giada Zampano, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 After 1804, however, hundreds of white French people remained in Haiti and were naturalized as Haitian citizens, securing equal rights under Dessalines’ 1805 Haitian constitution. — Julia Gaffield, The Conversation, 15 June 2026 He was naturalized in 1949 and elected to Congress in 1956, the first Indian-American to serve there. — Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 In 1790, Congress passed a federal law so that only free white immigrants could naturalize as citizens. — Daisy Hernández, Mercury News, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for naturalize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturalize
  1. adopt
  2. adapt
  3. domesticate
  4. adjust
  5. borrow
  6. accustom
  7. assimilate
  8. familiarize
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  • Third, adopt sustainable habits by supporting local and slow-made brands.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Sam still mourns the end of his relationship with the very lovely Michael, who has gone on to embrace a very normal life, adopting a little girl.
    — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of adopt
Verb
  • There was a time where having her books adapted for the screen felt like the epitome of Adeyemi’s work.
    — Wisdom Iheanyichukwu, Vanity Fair, 2 Nov. 2026
  • This column is adapted from an episode of the Life Hax podcast and has been lightly edited for clarity.
    — Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of adapt
Verb
  • After just a few generations, the foxes began to look and act more domesticated, with floppy ears, curly tails and an eagerness for human attention and love.
    — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Partita takes a poem that vibrates with political energy and domesticates it, sapping this very famous verse of its revolutionary bite.
    — Sam Worley, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of domesticate
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  • Agencies should extend eligibility windows for career development awards, and universities should adjust promotion timelines and protect trainees.
    — Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The mounting modules also allow the displays to be adjusted to different angles.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of adjust
Verb
  • One feature the mini borrows from the iPad Pro but that other iPads lack is the option for nano-texture glass, which is designed to reduce glare.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Wealthy founders and investors borrow against their stock to access cash without selling shares and triggering capital-gains taxes.
    — Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of borrow
Verb
  • Harley-Davidson The Sprint 440 has a rather big set of boots to fill, even if its engine is considerably smaller than the Milwaukee faithful might be accustomed to.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Anthis said someone from a large family may be accustomed to constant activity, noise and company, while an only child may need time on their own to recharge.
    — Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of accustom
Verb
  • When they were smashed into molecules consisting of two ordinary hydrogen atoms, the muonic atoms implanted themselves within those molecules and assimilated one of their hydrogens.
    — George Musser, Quanta Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Warner’s sports properties are being assimilated into Skydance, but some aspects of the company’s approach to games and contests may continue.
    — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of assimilate
Verb
  • Most Formula 1 weekends open with three practice sessions, during which drivers and teams experiment with their cars and power settings, and familiarize themselves with the course.
    — Sam Knight, New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Eadie said the event brings visitors to the area well before race day as athletes arrive to train, familiarize themselves with the course and acclimate to the region.
    — Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of familiarize

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“Naturalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturalize. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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