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Discover LudwigThe phrase "adopt yourself" is not commonly used in written English and may be confusing.
It could be used in a context where someone is encouraged to embrace their true self or identity, but it is not a standard expression.
Example: "In order to find true happiness, you must learn to adopt yourself and accept who you really are."
Alternatives: "embrace yourself" or "accept yourself".
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Ladies, if you're going into the Pet Shop to adopt yourself a bouncing bundle of joy (and we'll all admit, a handful of distress) please do it with class.
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If you have any friends who are adopted, or if you're adopted yourself, you know how offensive this comment is.
If, having explored the Four Noble Truths, you want to adopt them yourself then you may want to find yourself a Buddhist teacher or even "go for refuge" and become an official Buddhist.
Or even worse, you could become accustomed to bully-like behaviors, and even adopt some yourself.
Below are nine habits that good listeners practice in their everyday lives and conversations that you can adopt for yourself.
You should also try to understand the lyrics and the mindset of the musicians so you can adopt it yourself, and so you can truly get into the music.
If you don't, call someone like the SPCA so they can take it in, or adopt it yourself if you have the space, time and knowledge to care for it.
Try to give without expecting and allow yourself some time in letting yourself adopt to this attitude.
Organizations like Susie's Senior Dogs, Muttville, and The Grey Muzzle Organization work hard to promote senior animals who are at increased risk of euthanasia, but you can play a crucial part by adopting one yourself, as well as by encouraging friends, family and colleagues to do the same.
Understanding your customer's desires and adopting them yourself will make you a great salesman.
"As soon as you adopt something for yourself, you're not Chinese," she said.
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