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
My assumption is that the homeowners in question don’t spend enough time in their fancy mountainside chalets to acclimatize.
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 16 Oct. 2024
Experts suggest trying to acclimatize your body for days or weeks ahead of time by spending more time outdoors.
—Amudalat Ajasa, Washington Post, 1 Aug. 2024
The threshold for what is considered a hot night differs by location and how acclimatized its residents are to heat.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2024
Regardless of what your state requires, all athletes participating in all sports should acclimatize carefully.
—Samantha Scarneo-Miller, The Conversation, 19 July 2024
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 16 Oct. 2024
Experts suggest trying to acclimatize your body for days or weeks ahead of time by spending more time outdoors.
—Amudalat Ajasa, Washington Post, 1 Aug. 2024
The threshold for what is considered a hot night differs by location and how acclimatized its residents are to heat.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2024
Regardless of what your state requires, all athletes participating in all sports should acclimatize carefully.
—Samantha Scarneo-Miller, The Conversation, 19 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclimatize
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Many small business owners have been able to adapt as well, when their bank can show flexibility.Elliot Raphaelson, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
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It’s done so because as the sport has changed, programs such as Ohio State and Oregon have done the best job adjusting to those changes, while programs like Alabama and Georgia have tried to adapt versions of their old model for success into the new world of college football.David Ubben, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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By understanding where delays usually occurred, the AI agent recommended things like: adjusting timelines and redistributing tasks more effectively.Alex Circei, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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He’s cooled a bit now that NHL opponents have identified him as one of the Blue Jackets’ top weapons, and he’s being challenged to adjust.Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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In another example, Phoenix Children's and Philips Healthcare partnered to co-create innovative solutions tailored to pediatric imaging.Chandler Barron, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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No matter your sport of choice, this list has the outdoor gear tailored to your winter pursuits.Christopher Murray, Fox News, 13 Jan. 2025
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Djokovic is no stranger to a kind draw, and his first couple of matches conform to that pattern.Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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For example, a partner feeling pressured to conform to rigid roles (such as being the sole provider or primary caretaker) might experience frustration or resentment that spills over into the relationship.Mark Travers, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Although the club initially told him that Szczesny was coming to play, Inaki Pena started to put in some good performances and Flick ended up putting his faith in the 25-year-old.Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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The host Tigers began to put some distance between themselves and their counterparts from Columbia by the midpoint of the opening half.Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2025
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Work closely with a healthcare provider or pharmacist to determine which class of pain relievers best suits your health needs.Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
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Although it's made of 100% zinc oxide, the sunscreen still suits every skin tone.Sarah Han, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Acclimatize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclimatize. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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