acclimatizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of acclimatize
as in adapts
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 acclimatizes Conditioning on surfaces that replicate competitive demands acclimatizes the neuromuscular system, lowering fatigue risk and potentially reducing the risk of cramps. — Michael Hales, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclimatizes
  1. adapts
  2. adjusts
  3. tailors
  4. conforms
  5. suits
  6. puts
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  • The memory foam interior adapts to your neck, and an adjustable Velcro closure gives you a personalized fit.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Culture adapts to protect an identity the leader is defending and the organization pays the compounding cost.
    — Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of adapts
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  • Power comes from a mid-drive motor producing 100 Nm of torque, paired with a responsive torque sensor that adjusts assistance based on your pedal pressure.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Your lender adjusts the loan terms to make payments more manageable.
    — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of adjusts
Verb
  • LaFleur deftly tailors his pass concepts to the different skill sets of his receivers.
    — Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 29 July 2026
  • There’s also a sound personalization engine that tailors the frequency response to your individual hearing.
    — Christian de Looper, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026
Definition of tailors
Verb
  • This material conforms to your body and holds up well over time.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026
  • Plus, the light and airy mesh upper offers a stretchy fit that conforms to your foot while giving you some breathing room.
    — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026
Definition of conforms
Verb
  • The design, which includes a ¼-inch self hem, delivers a clean look that suits a modern bathroom.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Start with a lid that suits your home’s style, then remove the existing handle if necessary.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of suits
Verb
  • Quote of note Veteran center Garrett Bradbury has enjoyed his introduction to Ben Johnson’s offense, a system that puts a lot of responsibility on the guy snapping the ball.
    — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
  • As Stevie Wonder’s eponymous 1972 hit suggests, there’s something specifically ominous about a 13-month-old baby that puts it in league with the bad juju of falling ladders and broken looking glasses.
    — Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of puts

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