as in adjustment
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation
the acclimatization of the immigrants to the culture of their adopted homeland has proven to be unexpectedly difficult
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Noun
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These adjustments, referred to as population controls, are likely to show steep downward revisions to both population and labor-force levels – largely reflecting reduced immigration.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026 -
According to those familiar with the matter, Rio Tinto believes the Middle East conflict has influenced metal prices, prompting the adjustment in its offer.—
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CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
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There are fewer cinematic touchpoints for Moriarty, although Andrew Scott famously played him in the BBC’s adaptation alongside Benedict Cumberbatch.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Now, Luca Guadagnino is planning his own adaptation.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2026
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The book is also partly an adaption of a thesis paper that Dapier wrote a decade ago as a graduate student of library sciences at University of Illinois.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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This could have implications for policymakers, climate finance and coastal adaption plans, the scientists said.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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