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Term: Adopt

Definition:

Verb: to legally take another person's child into your own family and take care of him/her as your own child.

Verb: to choose or take something, such as a belief or an attitude, as your own.

Verb: to take up or begin using something such as a suggestion, plan, or policy.

Verb: to acquire or start to use a new technology, product, or idea.

Examples:

1. The couple decided to adopt a child and provide a loving home for him.

2. She decided to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle for ethical reasons.

3. The government plans to adopt a new healthcare system to improve access.

4. Many businesses are eager to adopt the latest cutting-edge technologies.

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