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
The artificial suckers first try to conform to a surface mechanically as much as possible.
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ArsTechnica, 28 June 2025
Rather than be forced to conform to a particular mode of queerness, bi+ people have pushed back on one-dimensional characterizations.
—Myisha Battle, Time, 12 June 2025
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Mattress offers a combination of resilient support and conforming pressure relief.
—Nora Colomer
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Yet this efficiency revolution carries an uncomfortable irony: these same systems may systematically exclude unconventional candidates who don't conform to algorithmic patterns, potentially filtering out the very innovators and disruptors that drive organizational breakthroughs.
—Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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ArsTechnica, 28 June 2025
Rather than be forced to conform to a particular mode of queerness, bi+ people have pushed back on one-dimensional characterizations.
—Myisha Battle, Time, 12 June 2025
On sale for $1,799 PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex
Mattress offers a combination of resilient support and conforming pressure relief.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025
Yet this efficiency revolution carries an uncomfortable irony: these same systems may systematically exclude unconventional candidates who don't conform to algorithmic patterns, potentially filtering out the very innovators and disruptors that drive organizational breakthroughs.
—Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conform
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That corresponded to images shot Sunday by Maxar Technologies similarly showing the ongoing work.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 July 2025
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Instead, subscribers answer questions online, correspond with medical professionals virtually and get the prescribed drugs in visually pleasing packages delivered discreetly to their homes.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2025
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In her tutorial, Cox applies the concealer under her eyes, between her eyebrows, on her cheekbones, and around her nose before blending the product out with a brush — effectively brightening her under eyes and the high points of her face while evening out her skin tone.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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The choice perfectly blends French and English designers in a sartorial show of unity: the Christian Dior jacket was inspired by an original creation by Christian Dior himself in 1947.—
Isaac Bickerstaff,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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Mother and daughter reconciled in the Season 3 finale, when Natalie gave birth to her son, Billy.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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After finding an old video where her late mother tells her and Bart to always depend on one another, the estranged siblings reconcile and save their father.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
26 June 2025
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Native Americans during the earliest periods of contact with Europeans in Texas, according to Spanish records, also adapted to the prevailing cycles of seasonal flooding in the state's interior by modifying their economic trade cycles.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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The novel was later adapted into a film starring Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor — herself a guest at the hotel.—
Harold Isaac,
NPR,
8 July 2025
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The first episode of Beyond the Villa coincides with the season 7 finale of Love Island USA on July 13 at 9 p.m. ET, exclusively on Peacock.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Some of the camp games are just for fun, while others coincide with a lecture and a life lesson.—
Paul Bersebach,
Oc Register,
12 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
Verb
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Parents can adjust between four suction levels based on how congested their baby is.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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These agents can independently plan campaigns, test variations, adjust budgets and even launch A/B tests without human intervention.—
Saul Marquez,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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And trying to force yourself into one risks shrinking your identity to fit a trend.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Essence,
8 July 2025
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The Wings’ usual home court is found at the College Park Center in Arlington, which fits just 7,000 fans.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 July 2025
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“Conform.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conform. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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