as in to adapt
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
after going on the night shift, he found it difficult to adjust his sleep schedule adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe to your taste
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Recent Examples of adjust
What makes this product truly unique is its innovative technology – the formula starts off as a grey tint, then adjusts to seamlessly match your skin tone, providing a flawless finish.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025
If that happens, tariff revenue must, therefore, shrink as people purchase less from abroad and the economy adjusts to new price levels.
—Iain Murray, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2025
Its path optimization system adjusts routes in real time based on traffic conditions, boosting delivery efficiency for express delivery, urban distribution and point-to-point logistics.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 9 Mar. 2025
Continuous risk monitoring evaluates each user’s risk level from their first interaction, dynamically adjusting verification measures as behavior evolves.
—Tamas Kadar, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025
If that happens, tariff revenue must, therefore, shrink as people purchase less from abroad and the economy adjusts to new price levels.
—Iain Murray, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2025
Its path optimization system adjusts routes in real time based on traffic conditions, boosting delivery efficiency for express delivery, urban distribution and point-to-point logistics.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 9 Mar. 2025
Continuous risk monitoring evaluates each user’s risk level from their first interaction, dynamically adjusting verification measures as behavior evolves.
—Tamas Kadar, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjust
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As hiring slows and employers grow pickier, job seekers must adapt strategically to stand out.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Ibsen’s original play was adapted by Irish playwright Mark O’Rowe for the new staging at Lincoln Center, which is directed by Jack O’Brien.—
Kristen Tauer,
WWD,
10 Mar. 2025
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With enough space for an open kitchen, living room, dining area, and even a small bathroom, the fully customizable cabin kit can be tailored to any layout.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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The special menu was carefully tailored to complement each chapter of the 20-minute VR reel, featuring backdrops set in a jungle, under the sea, in outer space, and beyond.—
Kristin Tablang,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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This order serves only two purposes: to score partisan political points in a manufactured culture war and to purge the military of those who don’t conform to MAGA ideology.—
Johnny Weixler,
The Denver Post,
24 Feb. 2025
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Fear of retaliation, social conditioning, and the pressure to conform make speaking up difficult.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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But taking a hostile approach with President Donald Trump now could put federal aid for the disaster at risk.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacramento Bee,
6 Mar. 2025
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While Waymo has already put driverless vehicles on the road in cities including Los Angeles and San Francisco, industry experts say Tesla is still far from offering a robotaxi service.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2025
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Every element from layout to materials and finishes has been carefully considered to suit the needs and desires of guests, while inspired by the surrounding woodlands.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Simmons purchased two under-construction units for around $14 million in summer 2023 and then combined and customized them to suit his personal needs, according to The Wall Street Journal.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Adjust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjust. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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