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
Ever Productions, which marks the first-ever joint deal between the two studios, Tigelaar’s film work includes adaptations of the bestselling Taylor Jenkins Reid novel, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, as well as The Cactus by Sarah Haywood for Netflix.
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
The story of Jesus Christ has inspired countless adaptations for stages, pages, sermons and screens big and small.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026
Those long legs and that light frame were functional adaptations for chasing prey on solid ground.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026
That could give Beach Read a more cohesive feel than adaptations where writing and directing duties are split.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
For years, the female audience has yearned for more romance films and TV show adaptations.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
But countless adaptations have served as showcases for artful crystallization, or innovative license.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Many of the best adaptations range far afield from the source material.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
Almost all the Indian adaptations of Wuthering Heights fall on the side of depicting the Heathcliff character as a wronged lover who is ultimately in the right; here’s one that leans more toward his villainy, resulting in something slightly less predictable, if still quite silly at times.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
The story of Jesus Christ has inspired countless adaptations for stages, pages, sermons and screens big and small.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026
Those long legs and that light frame were functional adaptations for chasing prey on solid ground.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026
That could give Beach Read a more cohesive feel than adaptations where writing and directing duties are split.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
For years, the female audience has yearned for more romance films and TV show adaptations.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
But countless adaptations have served as showcases for artful crystallization, or innovative license.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Many of the best adaptations range far afield from the source material.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
Almost all the Indian adaptations of Wuthering Heights fall on the side of depicting the Heathcliff character as a wronged lover who is ultimately in the right; here’s one that leans more toward his villainy, resulting in something slightly less predictable, if still quite silly at times.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adaptations
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Anyone who’s read 19th century novels or watched their screen adaptions knows that ballroom dance scenes tend to be loaded with drama, social jockeying and, above all, romantic intrigue.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
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Like many other recent true crime adaptions, the show has nothing to say, and there's zero artistry in its lurid retelling of a man murdering his wife and son.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
13 Oct. 2025
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Comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellations, delays and unforeseen disruptions is also advisable, particularly given the potential for sudden airspace closures or route adjustments.—
Hana Al-Khodairi,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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Because individuals experience temperature differently, especially during prolonged cold spells, small adjustments within a reasonable range can make a home feel significantly more comfortable without sacrificing efficiency.—
Kamron Sanders,
The Spruce,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Adaptations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adaptations. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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