as in to adapt
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
had lived through several northern winters before she fully acclimatized her wardrobe
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Recent Examples of acclimatize
Cleverly, the mall gives them an opportunity to acclimatize before heading back into the searing heat outside and that's yet another reason why its success is still snowballing after nearly 20 years.
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Caroline Reid, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The American Kennel Club says that dogs that have been acclimatized to cats from a young age will get along with the animal better.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
On deck, the cava is flowing and guests are acclimatizing to the heat and waves.
—Alexandra Pereira, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
Hayes’ comment about acclimatizing, particularly in France, is certainly relevant.
—Steph Yang, The Athletic, 16 July 2024
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Caroline Reid, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The American Kennel Club says that dogs that have been acclimatized to cats from a young age will get along with the animal better.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
On deck, the cava is flowing and guests are acclimatizing to the heat and waves.
—Alexandra Pereira, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
Hayes’ comment about acclimatizing, particularly in France, is certainly relevant.
—Steph Yang, The Athletic, 16 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclimatize
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This is a custom layer within the mattress designed to adapt and cradle sleepers at any position.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 May 2025
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Lydon emphasized that Prevost’s thinking on such issues could adapt over time but emphasized that as pope, Prevost must now contend with the beliefs of more than a billion Catholics spread across the globe.—
Eric Bradner,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2025
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By using the screwdriver to rotate this screw, adjust the side-to-side position of the cabinet door.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 May 2025
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At the end of the day, every person—and body—is unique, said Moreno, and obesity physicians should tailor the treatment plan to each patient’s needs.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
13 May 2025
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Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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The concept encourages lawn owners to take pride in their natural surroundings, but without the pressure to conform to a rigid, standard lawn appearance.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
7 May 2025
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Typically, once the aid industry conforms to the whims of donor countries, the crisis is averted and business continues as usual.—
Zainab Usman,
Foreign Affairs,
5 May 2025
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The last time Florida put a zero on the board through three periods?—
Adam Beasley,
Miami Herald,
17 May 2025
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Today, one extraordinary dining concept can put an entire region on the map for our clientele.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Those conditions suited him better than the slop at Churchill Downs in the Derby.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
18 May 2025
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Glasner’s 3-4-2-1 system especially suits him, with its intense out-of-possession approach and an attacking focus on vertical play.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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“Acclimatize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclimatize. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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