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as in to adopt
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as in to adapt
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Recent Examples of naturalize
Sixty percent were born outside the United States, and 70% are either U.S.-born or naturalized citizens.
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Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2025
But immigration law experts have said that the number of people who might lie on forms is very small compared to the millions of people who are naturalized or receive green cards each year.
—Adrian Florido, NPR, 10 Mar. 2025
Originally from mainland China, the partners are now naturalized Singapore citizens.
—Jonathan Burgos, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Native to tropical Africa and southern India, this striking plant, also known as ‘lion’s ears’ has been naturalized in sub-tropical and tropical areas worldwide.
—New York Times Games, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
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Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2025
But immigration law experts have said that the number of people who might lie on forms is very small compared to the millions of people who are naturalized or receive green cards each year.
—Adrian Florido, NPR, 10 Mar. 2025
Originally from mainland China, the partners are now naturalized Singapore citizens.
—Jonathan Burgos, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Native to tropical Africa and southern India, this striking plant, also known as ‘lion’s ears’ has been naturalized in sub-tropical and tropical areas worldwide.
—New York Times Games, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturalize
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On May 23, 2022, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution to declare March 1 as World Seagrass Day.—
Ian Urbina,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Then, in 1996, a group of virtuosos from its heyday adopted the name for themselves and for their Grammy-winning album.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2025
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The Gilead follow-up series will adapt Margaret Atwood’s 2019 novel of the same name and see Ann Dowd returning as Aunt Lydia, with Handmaid’s Tale star Elisabeth Moss executive producing.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2025
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Made with a low-density performance and 100 percent recyclable foam, per DSC, its high-rebound insole can adapt to various stressors without risking structural integrity issues.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Apr. 2025
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Their fidelity did not wane over all the generations, as coca was both domesticated and transformed.—
Wade Davis,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2025
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Science hasn’t confirmed this story, but there is good evidence that Coffea arabica originated in Ethiopia and South Sudan and was most likely domesticated and cultivated in Yemen.—
Marta Zaraska,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 Apr. 2025
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Ren has trouble adjusting to the woman Olivia has become and still sees her as a broken girl, leading to resentment and distance between mother and daughter.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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Earlier in March, Paltrow spoke with Vanity Fair for their April cover story and was asked about how her two kids have adjusted to being in college.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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By the late ’90s, Cordova had brought in a stage, borrowed sound equipment from original Fishbone bassist John Norwood Fisher and started working with local music promoters to host shows.—
Steven Donofrio,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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The Fed’s efforts to tame investor speculation meant fewer consumers were borrowing money, which led to a decrease in economic activity.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2025
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Furthermore, change management is crucial as organizations navigate resistance from employees accustomed to traditional workflows.—
Akhilesh Tripathi,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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The boy was mostly accustomed to throwing fastballs, cutters, and curveballs.—
Lindsey Adler,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2025
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Yet Ono’s appeal, in my mind at least, lies precisely in her resistance to relatability: her fiery refusal to assimilate and adhere to conventions.—
Beatrice Loayza,
ARTnews.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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For many years, Canada had a policy of separating Indigenous children from their families and forcing them to attend residential schools and assimilate into Canada’s white culture.—
David Moin,
WWD,
24 Mar. 2025
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Attendees should familiarize themselves with emergency contact points and be prepared to assist others if needed.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Spend some time familiarizing yourself with the beautiful campus, then take advantage of the plethora of programming that’s available to the public as well as students.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Naturalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturalize. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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