calibration
noun
cal·i·bra·tion
ˌka-lə-ˈbrā-shən 
1
: the act or process of calibrating : the state of being calibrated
2
: a set of graduations to indicate values or positions
—usually used in plural
calibrations on a gauge
Examples of calibration in a Sentence
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This exceptional calibration results in an optimally balanced hair dryer that sits comfortably in hand, reducing hand strain even during extended use.
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Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2024
Will Apple have to change its policy and make its parts calibration tool available to everyone?
—Janhoi McGregor, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
This helps with the calibration process, making sure there aren’t too many hard words in a row.
—Saira Mueller, CNN, 14 Mar. 2024
Employers can also encourage managers to participate in talent calibration conversations with other supervisors, where managers at the same level meet to discuss their direct reports to ensure performances are measured the same way.
—Paige McGlauflin, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2024
Kia's regenerative braking calibration is good, with available one-pedal driving being selectable via steering wheel paddles.
—Kyle Hyatt, Ars Technica, 19 Jan. 2024
But with the verbal dials turned way down, and the physical and musical ones way up, the calibration of information, from dreamy to piercing, is pretty much perfect.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2024
But the details of the suspension calibration, the on-screen functions, the absence of CarPlay, Android Auto, and a satellite radio receiver, and the slow battery charging make the purchase decision less obvious.
—Dan Carney, Popular Science, 1 Feb. 2024
To ensure that these sectoral deals are successful and win widespread support will require artful negotiation and a creative calibration of incentives.
—Peter E. Harrell, Foreign Affairs, 26 Feb. 2024
Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2024
Will Apple have to change its policy and make its parts calibration tool available to everyone?
—Janhoi McGregor, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
This helps with the calibration process, making sure there aren’t too many hard words in a row.
—Saira Mueller, CNN, 14 Mar. 2024
Employers can also encourage managers to participate in talent calibration conversations with other supervisors, where managers at the same level meet to discuss their direct reports to ensure performances are measured the same way.
—Paige McGlauflin, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2024
Kia's regenerative braking calibration is good, with available one-pedal driving being selectable via steering wheel paddles.
—Kyle Hyatt, Ars Technica, 19 Jan. 2024
But with the verbal dials turned way down, and the physical and musical ones way up, the calibration of information, from dreamy to piercing, is pretty much perfect.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2024
But the details of the suspension calibration, the on-screen functions, the absence of CarPlay, Android Auto, and a satellite radio receiver, and the slow battery charging make the purchase decision less obvious.
—Dan Carney, Popular Science, 1 Feb. 2024
To ensure that these sectoral deals are successful and win widespread support will require artful negotiation and a creative calibration of incentives.
—Peter E. Harrell, Foreign Affairs, 26 Feb. 2024
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“Calibration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calibration. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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