as in to adjust
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
never could acclimate himself to a nine-to-five office job
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Recent Examples of acclimate
Others, many fresh faces having just arrived to replace those who’d been traded, started the process of acclimating to a new clubhouse full of unfamiliar teammates.
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Dan Hayes, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
The early stages of a comedian’s career is about finding your clown — the core of what is funny about you — and then acclimating audiences to it.
—Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 30 July 2025
Johnson revealed that Grand Slam Track included luxuries that most track and field events rarely offered for athletes – airfare, single-occupancy rooms at hotels and plenty of days to acclimate to meet surroundings.
—Cory Mull, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Take a look General admission at Mote SEA won’t open until the habitats prep is complete and the animals are acclimated.
—Jason Dill
july 14, Miami Herald, 14 July 2025
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Dan Hayes, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
The early stages of a comedian’s career is about finding your clown — the core of what is funny about you — and then acclimating audiences to it.
—Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 30 July 2025
Johnson revealed that Grand Slam Track included luxuries that most track and field events rarely offered for athletes – airfare, single-occupancy rooms at hotels and plenty of days to acclimate to meet surroundings.
—Cory Mull, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Take a look General admission at Mote SEA won’t open until the habitats prep is complete and the animals are acclimated.
—Jason Dill
july 14, Miami Herald, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclimate
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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When using a vacuum, remember to adjust the setting from carpets to bare floors.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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But his body soon adapted and, eventually, the new plan got him to the big leagues, following in the path of Travis Adams, who reached the majors about a month earlier.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
13 Aug. 2025
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The series is adapted for television by Naomi Sheldon and Gabbie Asher, with episodes written by Sheldon, Asher, Polly Cavendish, Helen Kingston, Marek Horn, Ava Wong Davies, Isis Davis, Smita Bhide, and Matt Evans.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
13 Aug. 2025
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Avon is embracing the omnichannel chaos, and further enabling their personalized beauty experts to provide customers better guidance and make more informed decisions tailored to their unique needs.—
Dean DeBiase,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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These work-ready finds include polished midi skirts that offer practical coverage, soft twill blazers that layer effortlessly, and tailored pull-on pants with just the right amount of stretch.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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In its second quarter financial report released on August 6, the company noted several milestones including: Preparation for final assembly of the first of several conforming aircraft intended for Type Inspection Authorization flight testing.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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But some air quality experts raised questions about the study’s methodology, which only took readings from three locations over two 12-hour periods, and placed monitors underneath buildings in a way that may not have conformed with EPA guidance.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
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The unpredictability of Trump, the thinking goes, has put pressure on the Mexican government to crack down on cartels.—
Jesse Hyde,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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It's been a nice little homecoming to a role that really put me on the map.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Acclimate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclimate. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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