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as in to reconcile
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
let's accommodate the difference in their voices by moving the mike closer to Sarah, whose voice is softer
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as in to adapt
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
accommodated the lectern to the height of the guest speaker, who turned out to be quite short
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as in to appease
to do a service or favor for
couldn't accommodate everyone who wanted a free T-shirt
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
regards the tent as entirely inadequate for accommodating them through the winter
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Recent Examples of accommodate
The service In true Auberge fashion, Bowie House continues to offer service that is low key and casual but still accommodating of all needs.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 July 2026
This year’s schedule has already been altered to accommodate the Freedom 250 celebration marking the nation’s 250th birthday.
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Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
3 July 2026
Quince’s Best-Sellers Shop offers a wide range of travel essentials, including a Transit Quilted Duffle Bag that accommodates a 16-inch laptop.
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Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
3 July 2026
Side and back sleepers will be thrilled to add this set of queen pillows to their bed setup, while this 69%-off cervical neck pillow accommodates stomach sleepers.
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Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 July 2026
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 July 2026
This year’s schedule has already been altered to accommodate the Freedom 250 celebration marking the nation’s 250th birthday.
—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
3 July 2026
Quince’s Best-Sellers Shop offers a wide range of travel essentials, including a Transit Quilted Duffle Bag that accommodates a 16-inch laptop.
—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
3 July 2026
Side and back sleepers will be thrilled to add this set of queen pillows to their bed setup, while this 69%-off cervical neck pillow accommodates stomach sleepers.
—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodate
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The next step in the process involves the city drafting a redevelopment plan outlining development standards before holding public hearings and seeking additional approvals.
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The handoff that seems minor may decide whether the whole plan holds.
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In recent decades, various popes have sought to reconcile with the group and in 2009 Pope Benedict XVI lifted the excommunications of the four bishops ordained in 1988.
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Mutual friends are reportedly hoping Swift and Keleigh can reconcile soon.
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Each method can be adapted to fit different living situations, energy levels and comfort zones.
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The action movie directed by Francis Lawrence and adapted from Suzanne Collins’ 2025 novel sees Zada step into the role that was previously played by Woody Harrelson.
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But the rollercoaster ride for AI could get bumpier with the latest reporting on OpenAI looking for ways to appease the White House.
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Columbus isn’t going to just move a Norris Trophy winner to appease the player.
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The April 2025 incident at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall in Downey sent three teenagers to a hospital, months after a California oversight body ruled the facility was not a safe place for youths to be housed.
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The Loews Kansas City houses 1587 Prime, the steakhouse co-owned by football celebs Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
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Barin is the hotel’s high-end teppanyaki restaurant, seating 10 people at the counter and up to 16 in booths lining a long mural hand-drawn on gold leaf depicting Osaka’s history.
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The Porsche Taycan is designed to seat four and has an optional fifth seat for the rear row.
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Organizers of celebrations months in the making had to adjust or cancel activities entirely as much of the East Coast sweltered under heat that approached and in many cases surpassed triple digits.
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State and local policymakers should do what’s in the public’s best interest and adjust their alcohol taxation accordingly.
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If there isn't enough money to satisfy every creditor, state probate laws determine the order in which claims are paid.
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The Justices ruled the president cannot redefine birthright citizenship, and all children who are born in the United States, whether their parents are in the country legally or not, satisfy citizenship requirements in the 14th amendment.
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“Accommodate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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