to accept or start to use something new
接受；采用；采纳
[T] ~ sthto formally accept a suggestion or policy by voting 正式通过，表决采纳（建议、政策等）
to adopt a resolution
通过一项决议
The council is expected to adopt the new policy at its next meeting.
委员会有望在下次会议上正式通过这项新政策。
The courts were asked to adopt a more flexible approach to young offenders.
法庭被要求对少年犯采取更为灵活的处理方法。
The store recently adopted a drug testing policy for all new employees.
这家商店近来实行新雇员一律要做药检的政策。
California has adopted a tough stance on the issue.
加利福尼亚州对这一问题持强硬立场。