1
as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
the list conforms with the contents of the trunk
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2
as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
last-minute changes in the schedule that conform with our plans nicely
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as in to reconcile
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 to adapt
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 conform
That conversation opened up deeper discussions about beauty standards, authenticity, and the pressure women face to conform.
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Liz Krieger, Allure, 15 Apr. 2025
Read more Polis threatens to veto bill addressing sentencing disparities between Colorado’s state and municipal courts
Gov. Jared Polis has threatened to veto a bill that would mandate Colorado’s municipal courts conform to state sentencing guidelines, the bill sponsors said.
—The Denver Post, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2025
These farmers and winemakers have often resisted efforts by bigger businesses to absorb their holdings, or entreaties by marketing agencies to simplify their output or conform to popular styles.
—Eric Asimov, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Albany needs to fix this legal monstrosity and conform liability for construction injuries to the comparable negligence standard which prevails everywhere else in the United States.
—John Faso, New York Daily News, 7 Apr. 2025
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Liz Krieger, Allure, 15 Apr. 2025
Read more Polis threatens to veto bill addressing sentencing disparities between Colorado’s state and municipal courts
Gov. Jared Polis has threatened to veto a bill that would mandate Colorado’s municipal courts conform to state sentencing guidelines, the bill sponsors said.
—The Denver Post, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2025
These farmers and winemakers have often resisted efforts by bigger businesses to absorb their holdings, or entreaties by marketing agencies to simplify their output or conform to popular styles.
—Eric Asimov, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Albany needs to fix this legal monstrosity and conform liability for construction injuries to the comparable negligence standard which prevails everywhere else in the United States.
—John Faso, New York Daily News, 7 Apr. 2025
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Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
8 May 2025
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And consider this: From 1969 to the present, 15 of the 20 Supreme Court appointments have been by Republican presidents, even though the Democratic nominees had won the national popular vote in a majority of the corresponding elections.—
Joel Thayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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Entertaining and insightful, the demonstrations blend history, storytelling, and preparation techniques of dishes like shrimp ceviche and ropa vieja—edible reflections of Key West’s Bahamian, Cuban, and Caribbean influences.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
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The formulation blends hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and blue agave extract to keep the skin hydrated and radiant but never oily.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
8 May 2025
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In order to oust Najib, Mahathir reconciled with Anwar, who was freed thanks to a royal pardon.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
2 May 2025
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Two tracks for the House, Senate The budget blueprint passed earlier this month instructs the House and Senate to craft separate proposals that will eventually need to be reconciled.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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This is a custom layer within the mattress designed to adapt and cradle sleepers at any position.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 May 2025
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Perhaps working in television has trained DeYoung to adapt to other’s sensibilities before insisting on his own.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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The timing coincided with the e-commerce boom, and Chinese companies like Temu and Shein were able to flood the United States with inexpensive goods.—
Agnes Chang,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Before last year, its most recent popularity uptick coincided with the Great Recession, when crisis-level milk surpluses made the nutrition-dense beverage extra cheap at the same time that American consumers were especially short on cash.—
HubSpot,
HubSpot,
2 May 2025
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Historically, these two assets have been highly correlated, but that is no longer the case.—
Alexander S. Blume,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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According to the College Board, SAT scores correlated closely with first-year college GPA and graduation likelihood, especially when combined with high school GPA.—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2025
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Should Congress amend the Act, or the IOC/FIE change their standards, USA Fencing will adjust accordingly.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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Its adaptable, low-profile design fits into a variety of spaces without the bulk of traditional units.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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For those who do not want to venture too far from Western flavors, the Shiitake Fettuccine might fit the bill.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2025
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“Conform.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conform. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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