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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 teams can’t accommodate passengers who weigh more than 300 pounds.
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Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Celia can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Since not everyone who wanted to attend the last meeting was able to fit in the council chambers, Drewenski said, the aldermen are seeking a venue that will accommodate more people.
—Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Lodging options include guest rooms that can accommodate up to six people and vacation rental homes for more space to spread out, and each stay includes a meal plan in the resort’s dining room.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
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Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Celia can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
Since not everyone who wanted to attend the last meeting was able to fit in the council chambers, Drewenski said, the aldermen are seeking a venue that will accommodate more people.
—Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Lodging options include guest rooms that can accommodate up to six people and vacation rental homes for more space to spread out, and each stay includes a meal plan in the resort’s dining room.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodate
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The visit by Ali Larijani, a former Iranian parliament speaker who now serves as the secretary to the country's Supreme National Security Council, likely focused on what comes next after the initial round of indirect talks held last week in Muscat with the Americans.—
JON GAMBRELL THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Financial Times, citing Ukrainian and European officials involved in the planning, reported on Wednesday that both a presidential vote, in which Zelenskyy would seek re-election, and a nationwide referendum could be held by May 15.—
Ashley Carnahan,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Another argues that some of the apparent contradictions of LRDs can be reconciled by an amorphous, nonspherical shape.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
5 Feb. 2026
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Years later, Timberlake said the two had reconciled, but the disparity in their treatment wasn’t forgotten.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Researchers adapted the playbook for studying young children to stage a juice party for Kanzi.—
Adithi Ramakrishnan,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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But experience elsewhere shows that traffic adapts quickly; congestion does not meaningfully increase, and navigation actually becomes more intuitive.—
Tim Giuliani,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Officials in other sports have gone out of their way to appease the White House.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The attention attracts con artist Jacob (Robbie Allen), who sends three clumsy thieves led by Kodiak (Richmond) to steal the kangaroo and appease the wealthy Kathryn (Kinmont) and her ailing son.—
William Earl,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
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Look for containers to house baking supplies, grab-and-go snacks, breakfast items, seasoning mixes, and hard-to-organize spice packets.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2026
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That’s a massive problem, because a detention center that’s open 24 hours a day and houses enough humans to populate a small city will put a far greater strain on public resources than any warehouse could.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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If you're seated, place your hands visibly on the table or on your lap.—
Matt Abrahams,
CNBC,
9 Feb. 2026
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Customers partaking in the omakase experience were seated beside others who were spending much less on a la carte items, and the conversation flowed as easily as Cho’s cocktails.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The dining table then attaches and adjusts in between those benches for outdoor dining.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Feb. 2026
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The legislation added new tax breaks for 2025, and the IRS did not adjust paycheck withholdings, which could result in refunds for many workers.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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The marketing department came up with a tale to satisfy their curiosity.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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There's no way to satisfy all of us with all of our ideas.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Accommodate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodate. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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