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as in to adopt
to take for one's own use (something originated by another)
after working among them for two years in the Peace Corps, she felt compelled to espouse the peasants' cause for social justice
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Recent Examples of espouse
Crow was on hand to support her environmental work, not mental health charities, but her appreciation for what others were espousing in that regard — including Guyton, who was also speaking up for a mental health charity — led her to go off-script.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 2 May 2025
All the centrist parties have refused to work with the AfD because many see it as espousing a racist, anti-immigrant ideology.
—Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 7 May 2025
These factors contribute to a high investment risk for private ventures while simultaneously tarnishing the image of liberal states that espouse Western ideals.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
In the years since Rowling began espousing anti-trans rhetoric, several Harry Potter stars — including franchise leads Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson — have spoken out against her, in support of the trans community.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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Chris Willman, Variety, 2 May 2025
All the centrist parties have refused to work with the AfD because many see it as espousing a racist, anti-immigrant ideology.
—Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 7 May 2025
These factors contribute to a high investment risk for private ventures while simultaneously tarnishing the image of liberal states that espouse Western ideals.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
In the years since Rowling began espousing anti-trans rhetoric, several Harry Potter stars — including franchise leads Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson — have spoken out against her, in support of the trans community.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for espouse
Verb
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King Pentheus becomes Stavros, a wealthy, controlling figure married for decades to Hedy, Lena’s best friend.—
Bethanne Patrick,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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The reality vet is currently stepping out with pro basketball player Jeff Coby, who is younger (31), but not married.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2025
Verb
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In 1985, the Ohio Legislature adopted it as the official state rock song.—
Neil Vigdor,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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But some hotel chains and cities in the Charlotte region have started adopting policies to curb people from staying at hotels long-term.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2025
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But her story is also defined by physical and emotional challenges that forced her to embrace depending on others.—
Mara Gordon,
NPR,
31 May 2025
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The New York progressive has embraced the Democratic socialist label, despite pushback from within her own party.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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Jason borrowed Travis’ Chanel flamingo shirt to wear at the Big Slick Celebrity Weekend benefiting Children's Mercy Hospital on Saturday, May 31.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Eastman borrowed money from his uncle to fund the first issue, and a 3,000-copy run would soon sell out.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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“Espouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/espouse. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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