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conform

/kənˈfɔːm/
verb
  1. (of persons, often followed by to) To act in accordance with expectations; to behave in the manner of others, especially as a result of social pressure.

  2. (of things, situations, etc.) To be in accordance with a set of specifications or regulations, or with a policy or guideline.

  3. To make similar in form or nature; to make suitable for a purpose; to adapt.

Synonymsacquiesce, comply, go along to get along, knuckle under, submit

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