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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 acclimated
David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
The market has been on a solid, upward trajectory as sellers and buyers become acclimated to the transferability regime, and that seems likely to continue.
—Marie Sapirie, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Jared Weiss, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
But by sitting behind and learning from Carr, Dart could improve his game, get acclimated to the NFL, and give Moore a capable signal-caller for years to come.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Instead, the latest barrel strength release walks a balanced line between the bold characteristics of a well-aged rye and aromas familiar to drinkers more acclimated to bourbon.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
The market has been on a solid, upward trajectory as sellers and buyers become acclimated to the transferability regime, and that seems likely to continue.
—Marie Sapirie, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Adjective
Carmen, a recent Iowa Girls High School Athletics Hall of Fame inductee who played professionally outside Tokyo for one season, helped him get acclimated to his new reality.
—Jared Weiss, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
But by sitting behind and learning from Carr, Dart could improve his game, get acclimated to the NFL, and give Moore a capable signal-caller for years to come.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclimated
Verb
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This umbrella can be easily adjusted to five heights and has 360-degree rotation.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The 2024 bill adjusted that schedule so that the list began with an 85% valuation for vehicles that are up to a year old, lessening the impact on municipal budgets, which draw revenue from car taxes.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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His player dashboard from the game reflects his dominance from an adapted role, leading the game for progressive passes, able to keep the wide players on his side supplied with a steady stream of searching passes down the line.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Johnson has been Oscar-nominated nominated twice for his Knives Out films, one for original and another for adapted screenplay.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
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And Rave didn’t take long to get accustomed to the new uniform.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 July 2025
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For those accustomed to this type of footwear, wearing barefoot shoes every day can be beneficial.—
Maggie Slepian,
Travel + Leisure,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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While tariffs are driving up car prices and threatening profit margins, the government data showed that prices of both new and used vehicles fell in June from May — a reminder that the duties aren’t the only consideration.—
Jonathan Levin,
Twin Cities,
20 July 2025
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The findings suggested that the 25 percent auto tariffs imposed in April, alongside the 50 percent metals tariffs targeting the European Union (EU), Mexico, and Canada, have affected new and used car prices, impacting average Americans seeking budget vehicles.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
Verb
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This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
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“Acclimated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclimated. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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