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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
the list conforms with the contents of the trunk
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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
The situation also demonstrated the ways that Morgan — a modest, diminutive woman out of the Victorian era, given to wearing prim suits and her hair pinned back into a bun — didn’t conform to a popular idea of the genius American architect whose buildings define eras.
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 11 July 2025
An ex-member of the church, who requested anonymity and was part of the church from 2012 to 2019, had a hard time conforming to the routine.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
As most states conform to federal definitions for determining income and deductions, this means that the tax rate for gambling income has the potential to be even higher than the 74% rate illustrated in the example.
—Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
These changes do not require the two-step 28-day process of normal rule changes because this would be a change to conform to law, under Civil Code 4355(b)(4).
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 11 July 2025
An ex-member of the church, who requested anonymity and was part of the church from 2012 to 2019, had a hard time conforming to the routine.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
As most states conform to federal definitions for determining income and deductions, this means that the tax rate for gambling income has the potential to be even higher than the 74% rate illustrated in the example.
—Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
These changes do not require the two-step 28-day process of normal rule changes because this would be a change to conform to law, under Civil Code 4355(b)(4).
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conform
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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,
19 July 2025
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Analyst Alan Gould’s new price target of $510, raised from $430, corresponds to about 33% upside ahead.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
19 July 2025
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From the location to the architecture, every detail is thoughtfully considered to create a lifestyle that blends the charm of rural Idaho with the style and sophistication of a modern home.—
Bates Homes,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
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The Dewa Koh Chang The Dewa Koh Chang is a beachfront resort that seamlessly blends rustic architecture with the natural surroundings.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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The two brothers haven’t seen eye to eye in years, and though King Charles reportedly wants to reconcile with his son—perhaps an aftereffect of his cancer journey, Prince William doesn’t seem as inclined to do so.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
15 July 2025
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After despising and envying his seemingly perfect new partner from afar, their coffee date is a chance for Jessica to reconcile with the fact that Wendy was never the bad guy after all.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
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Coale said that while lawyers may be learning to adapt to the technology’s quirks, clients could soon become the larger liability.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
20 July 2025
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Cancellations might also be signs that automakers are learning from their mistakes and even beginning to adapt more quickly.—
Aarian Marshall,
Wired News,
19 July 2025
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The vote has coincided with efforts by Beijing to raise its military and diplomatic pressure on Taiwan.—
Jan Camenzind Broomby,
NPR,
26 July 2025
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The lawsuits coincide with a boycott announced this week alongside members of the Congressional Labor Caucus.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
25 July 2025
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What matters is starting early with practical moments: discussing grocery prices with children or opening their first savings account, which research shows correlates with college attendance.—
Aisha Nyandoro,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Press freedom correlates with less corruption in many countries.—
Olga Khazan,
The Atlantic,
14 July 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,
21 July 2025
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That plan was ripped up and adjusted to a 4-4-1, with Minge back in defence.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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The elevated mini dress is a chill, one-and-done staple for the summer, with more than one way to go about it to fit it into your own personal style lexicon: think elegant shift dresses, easy linens, lacy slips, and more sporty numbers.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
20 July 2025
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In this way, the executive order opens the door to reshaping science to fit policy goals rather than allowing policy to be guided by the best available evidence.—
David Michaels,
The Atlantic,
20 July 2025
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“Conform.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conform. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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