as in adaptation
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation
the publishing industry's necessary adjustment to the age of electronic media
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Recent Examples of adjustment
Illinois providers have adapted to those changes, and some of those adjustments have been made possible because of investments from the state and local governments and the creation of the Illinois Abortion Access Collaborative.
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Nikoel Hytrek,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
As the trailer suggests, that adjustment may also include finding a new dog after the loss of Ladybird.
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Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
24 June 2026
The practical takeaway is to give your eyes regular breaks from the monitor, pair the 20-20-20 habit with other adjustments and schedule routine exams so an eye doctor can spot issues early.
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Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Kimberly Taylor, the city’s recycling and waste manager, said at the June 10 City Council meeting that the rate adjustment will help cover inflationary increases for labor, fuel and other operating costs.
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Camryn Dadey,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
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Nikoel Hytrek,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
As the trailer suggests, that adjustment may also include finding a new dog after the loss of Ladybird.
—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
24 June 2026
The practical takeaway is to give your eyes regular breaks from the monitor, pair the 20-20-20 habit with other adjustments and schedule routine exams so an eye doctor can spot issues early.
—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Kimberly Taylor, the city’s recycling and waste manager, said at the June 10 City Council meeting that the rate adjustment will help cover inflationary increases for labor, fuel and other operating costs.
—
Camryn Dadey,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjustment
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Of course, most fans probably recognize A Few Good Men from its acclaimed 1992 film adaptation starring Tom Cruise, Demi Moore and Jack Nicholson.
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Prime Video has planted a flag in the YA space, and there is more to come under Nicole Clemens, now Head of International Originals, including adaptations such as Boys of Tommen.
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Sanders then co-wrote and co-directed The Croods with Kirk DeMicco and solo directed The Wild Robot, DreamWorks Animation’s 2024 adaption of the Chris Brown book that won nine Annie Awards and scored three Oscar nominations.
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Following All Her Fault’s breakout success, Peacock re-teamed with Gallagher and Carnival Films for The Break-In, an adaption of the novel by Katherine Faulkner, with Gallagher again writing and executive producing.
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