adaptations

plural of adaptation
as in adaptions
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation a careful adaptation of the book for the silver screen could take several years

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Recent Examples of adaptations But researchers behind the more recent mortality studies argue current measures are not enough for a climate that keeps outpacing the adaptations built for it. Sanidhya Sharma, Scientific American, 24 July 2026 Some of the mutations the scientists found are obvious adaptations to the sinkhole environment. New Atlas, 24 July 2026 The model didn’t account for climate adaptations, which virtually all of California’s winemakers are already implementing. Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026 Jimothy’s mom as hero Equally impressive as Jimothy’s own adaptations is the continuous care provided by his mother. Kelly Lambert, The Conversation, 23 July 2026 That’s a fitting tactic for a director once known for her literary adaptations, and tight control proves von Carolsfeld’s greatest strength here. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 22 July 2026 Hello Sunshine has plenty of experience with book-to-screen adaptations. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 22 July 2026 Other notable adaptations are The Big Short, World War Z, Underground Railroad, Women Talking and Nickel Boys. Justin Kroll, Deadline, 21 July 2026 Discover 10 of the best historical fiction, Greek mythology adaptations and modern retellings to live in that world just a little longer. Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adaptations
Noun
  • Hankey will show some birds of prey and discuss their characteristics and adaptions.
    Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
  • Nearly 40% of the adaptions tracked in the report are based on formats that debuted more than 10 years ago, almost doubling the figure from the previous report.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The union is asking for a full-time base salary that is at least 10% of the chancellor’s base salary of $795,000 and annual cost-of-living adjustments among other things.
    Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026
  • For example, Social Security benefits receive cost-of-living adjustments.
    True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

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