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as in corresponds
to be in agreement on every point the list conforms with the contents of the trunk
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as in blends
to form a pleasing relationship last-minute changes in the schedule that conform with our plans nicely
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as in reconciles
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 adapts
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 conforms The 6-inch gel memory foam provides a soft, plush feel and conforms to your body’s natural curves, reducing pressure points on the shoulders and hips. —
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Available in both travel and standard sizes, the back support pillow conforms to the body to relieve pressure and alleviate back pain. —Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026 Meanwhile, the cork in the footbed gradually conforms to my foot’s shape. —Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026 Through gestures big and small, Bruce Friedrich conforms to the archetype of a lifelong anti-meat crusader. —Andrew Zaleski, The Atlantic, 30 Mar. 2026 The strategy conforms to Avylo's mission of ensuring precision indoor environments are affordable and convenient to contemporary homes. —Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026 This mattress uses pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to the body and helps circulation. —Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2026 If the measure does not pass with a simple majority, Menlo Park’s Planning Commission is expected to hold hearings in late 2026 or early 2027 to review whether the project conforms to the city’s general plan. —Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026 Everything conforms to muscle memory. —Megan Feringa, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026 Available in both travel and standard sizes, the back support pillow conforms to the body to relieve pressure and alleviate back pain. —Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026 Meanwhile, the cork in the footbed gradually conforms to my foot’s shape. —Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026 Through gestures big and small, Bruce Friedrich conforms to the archetype of a lifelong anti-meat crusader. —Andrew Zaleski, The Atlantic, 30 Mar. 2026 The strategy conforms to Avylo's mission of ensuring precision indoor environments are affordable and convenient to contemporary homes. —Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026 This mattress uses pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to the body and helps circulation. —Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2026 If the measure does not pass with a simple majority, Menlo Park’s Planning Commission is expected to hold hearings in late 2026 or early 2027 to review whether the project conforms to the city’s general plan. —Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026 Everything conforms to muscle memory. —Megan Feringa, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
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Publishers appear to be clinging to an old model, cutting costs, trying to preserve a structure that no longer corresponds to the hunger of the writing itself.— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
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This sum corresponds to the date in March on which Easter Sunday falls.— Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2026
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The hotel blends historic charm with modern design, featuring Art Deco interiors, high ceilings, and spacious bathrooms.— Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
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The two specialty cocktails are the Herb Garden Elixir made with tequila blanco, cucumber, jalapenos, basil and lime, and the Planet Punch, which blends tequila reposado, passion fruit, orange juice, lime and grenadine.— Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
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There’s no ending for Heathcliff that reconciles him to the cruelty shown to him by Hindley Earnshaw, who hates him from the moment that his father brings him home.— Radhika Jones, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
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By reframing effectiveness through the dual lens of character and context integrity, this approach offers a more realistic theory of leadership—one that reconciles the bright and dark sides and emphasizes the moral compass leaders need to advance the common good.— Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
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Instead of selling a standardized workflow across sectors, the winning play may be offering sector-specific intelligence that adapts to how each industry actually works.— Michael Jacobides, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
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Indie horror darling David Bruckner has been tapped to direct the feature project that adapts the upcoming book by Marcus Kliewer and that was initially set up as short story in 2022.— Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
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The bigger race for humanoid robots The Beijing half-marathon event—which featured 300 robotic contestants fielded by about 100 primarily Chinese teams—coincides with the billions of dollars invested by Chinese and US tech industries to develop humanoid robots.— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 20 Apr. 2026
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Its release coincides with the 10th anniversary of Prince’s death on April 21, marked by the annual A Day 2 Reflect | A Night 2 Remember event at Paisley Park.— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 20 Apr. 2026
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This correlates with Korean beauty’s emphasis on healthy skin.— BestReviews, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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National data found each home lost to climate disasters per 10,000 people correlates with a 1 percentage point increase in homelessness.— Meg Tanaka, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
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This flexible holder attaches easily to your seatback tray table and adjusts to multiple angles, allowing for hands-free viewing without craning your neck.— Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
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Most TVs have an ambient light sensor that automatically adjusts the panel brightness based on the room's lighting.— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
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Its interior slit pocket fits any phone size up to an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and its gold hardware clasp and flap top keep belongings secure while on the go.— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
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Bain would immediately give the Dolphins an elite, powerful edge defender who mauls blockers in front of him and fits the 4-3 base defense coach Jeff Hafley wants to play as a traditional defensive end.— Kenny Rosarion, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Conforms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/conforms. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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