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
Ishikawa, who in addition to directing and editing A Pale View of Hills also wrote the screenplay, is most confident with the Nagasaki timeline, which conforms to a conventional family drama.
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2025
Lawmakers are expected to work through the weekend to craft final budget bills that will conform to the overall targets.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
The concept encourages lawn owners to take pride in their natural surroundings, but without the pressure to conform to a rigid, standard lawn appearance.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 7 May 2025
Typically, once the aid industry conforms to the whims of donor countries, the crisis is averted and business continues as usual.
—Zainab Usman, Foreign Affairs, 5 May 2025
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2025
Lawmakers are expected to work through the weekend to craft final budget bills that will conform to the overall targets.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
The concept encourages lawn owners to take pride in their natural surroundings, but without the pressure to conform to a rigid, standard lawn appearance.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 7 May 2025
Typically, once the aid industry conforms to the whims of donor countries, the crisis is averted and business continues as usual.
—Zainab Usman, Foreign Affairs, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conform
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The photograph corresponds, complements, or even dissolves the sculptural object’s manual and artisanal production procedures, functioning not as document but as its dialectical technological counterpart.—
Benjamin H. D. Buchloh,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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By contrast, the total income in their domestic league in 2022 was just €16m (note that Sheriff’s European income was split across their 2021 and 2022 financial years, so doesn’t correspond to the single-season income from UEFA).—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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The company blends sales and streaming data as well as total audience impressions at radio to paint a picture of which hard rock tracks are the most popular in the U.S.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Mooresville blends small-town charm with high-speed innovation.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
20 May 2025
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Whitten reconciled creative impulses that often seemed diametrically opposed.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
29 May 2025
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In June 2013, Tish filed for divorce, but a month later, the couple had once again reconciled.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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Excerpt adapted from Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s OpenAI, by Karen Hao.—
Karen Hao,
Wired News,
21 May 2025
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The Prom Queen, meanwhile, is adapted from Stine's 1992 book of the same name, which was the 15th installment in the original Fear Street series.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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Trump Media’s announcement also coincides with the start of the bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas where Vice President JD Vance, Trump Media board member Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump are expected to speak.—
Zach Everson,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Harry’s trip to China coincides with King Charles’ royal visit to Canada.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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Going back to the housing crisis, stocks and bonds and have been tightly correlated.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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However, alcohol use typically isn’t correlated with frontotemporal dementia specifically, Etienne points out.—
Mara Santilli,
Flow Space,
26 May 2025
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The focus is on teaching and learning with a new playbook and minute but important details such as adjusting his footwork when receiving the snap.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
21 May 2025
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Walker rushed for 864 yards and 10 touchdowns in the Big 10 and should be able to fit nicely in Cincinnati’s offense with Brendan Sorsby.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 May 2025
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The chart blends streaming activity, sales, and radio airplay to determine which compositions that fit this particular definition are the most popular.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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“Conform.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conform. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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