as in embracing
to take for one's own use (something originated by another)
shortly after moving to the U.S., the family dutifully adopted the American tradition of having turkey for Thanksgiving
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Recent Examples of adopting
Consider a couple debating the merits of adopting a vegan lifestyle.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Amazon has implemented effective cost management strategies, adopting a more measured hiring pace and enhancing operational efficiency.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, software development has lagged behind in adopting similar practices.
—Dan Rogers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
By adopting a new, holistic approach that ties payment to outcomes that matter to patients, healthcare organizations can finally create value for patients while controlling costs.
—Rita Numerof, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Smith, who also posts about her dogs on Instagram under the same user name, told Newsweek both pets were rescues, and that adopting Maya saved her from being euthanized.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Turner hopes Bruce's growing popularity later in life will raise awareness of the dangers and damage of backyard dog breeding and the joy that comes with adopting a pet.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
The next biggest beneficiaries of the artificial intelligence trade could be the less-obvious names stealthily adopting new technologies, according to Nancy Tengler, CEO and chief investment officer of Laffer Tengler Investments.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
The coaches can counsel you on adopting a heart-healthy diet, fitting daily physical activity into your schedule, and reducing stress.
—Maggie O'Neill, Health, 30 Nov. 2024
Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Amazon has implemented effective cost management strategies, adopting a more measured hiring pace and enhancing operational efficiency.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, software development has lagged behind in adopting similar practices.
—Dan Rogers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
By adopting a new, holistic approach that ties payment to outcomes that matter to patients, healthcare organizations can finally create value for patients while controlling costs.
—Rita Numerof, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Smith, who also posts about her dogs on Instagram under the same user name, told Newsweek both pets were rescues, and that adopting Maya saved her from being euthanized.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Turner hopes Bruce's growing popularity later in life will raise awareness of the dangers and damage of backyard dog breeding and the joy that comes with adopting a pet.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
The next biggest beneficiaries of the artificial intelligence trade could be the less-obvious names stealthily adopting new technologies, according to Nancy Tengler, CEO and chief investment officer of Laffer Tengler Investments.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
The coaches can counsel you on adopting a heart-healthy diet, fitting daily physical activity into your schedule, and reducing stress.
—Maggie O'Neill, Health, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Adopting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adopting. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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