as in adjusting
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
it always takes freshmen a little while to adapt themselves to high school
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Recent Examples of adapting
Enhancing internal device output The team from Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems and Guangxi University has come up with six innovative structural designs, focusing on enhancing internal device output and adapting to external environments.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
Atef knew, however, that adapting it for the screen would take some work.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
The Personalization System – Continuously adapting your approach based on what's working and what isn't, rather than rigidly following someone else's blueprint.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Smart investors are adapting by shortening duration, favoring one-to-three-year Treasurys over long bonds to mitigate rate volatility.
—Ivan Illan, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
This year, the superstar is doubling down, becoming more comfortable with Nashville's industry, which offers a streamlined process for adapting to and creating within country music and Western culture.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
On Sunday, Sánchez said his funk had nothing to do with adjusting to new surroundings or adapting to a new clubhouse, but logic suggests this is becoming more mental.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Machine learning algorithms continuously refine underwriting models by identifying patterns, assessing risk factors and adapting to new market trends, ensuring faster and more precise decision making.
—Andrew Curtis, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
But the troupe has reinvented itself by adapting its repertoire, transforming its space into a hub for art and wartime volunteer work, and casting women in most roles.
—Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2025
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
Atef knew, however, that adapting it for the screen would take some work.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
The Personalization System – Continuously adapting your approach based on what's working and what isn't, rather than rigidly following someone else's blueprint.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Smart investors are adapting by shortening duration, favoring one-to-three-year Treasurys over long bonds to mitigate rate volatility.
—Ivan Illan, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
This year, the superstar is doubling down, becoming more comfortable with Nashville's industry, which offers a streamlined process for adapting to and creating within country music and Western culture.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
On Sunday, Sánchez said his funk had nothing to do with adjusting to new surroundings or adapting to a new clubhouse, but logic suggests this is becoming more mental.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Machine learning algorithms continuously refine underwriting models by identifying patterns, assessing risk factors and adapting to new market trends, ensuring faster and more precise decision making.
—Andrew Curtis, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
But the troupe has reinvented itself by adapting its repertoire, transforming its space into a hub for art and wartime volunteer work, and casting women in most roles.
—Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapting
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Bus operators are adjusting schedules, while freight companies are warning of significant delays.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Malonga contributed 13 points on efficient 6-of-7 shooting, another reminder of how quickly the 19-year-old is adjusting to the league.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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The AirPods Pro 2 seem to have gotten better through updates over time, and the adaptive noise cancellation is excellent at tailoring itself to your environment.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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At Electric Goddess, their projects begin with an in-depth strategy session to align on goals, risks, and vision before tailoring a plan that fits.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The one on top is soft, conforming to your body, while the firmer one underneath provides support.—
Wes Siler,
Outside,
27 Aug. 2025
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When done correctly, the result should increasingly feel like working 1-1 with an instructor, but without the inconvenience of conforming to the instructor's schedule or competing for time and attention with other students.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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That hasn't stopped the administration from putting US tech through the wringer at home, though.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Sep. 2025
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Above all, Durbin said nothing DHS or ICE is doing at the naval base can interfere with its mission which includes putting thousands of men and women through boot camp to become sailors.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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This isn’t the first time Kravitz and her stylist, Danielle Goldberg, have embraced nonchalant suiting on her press tour.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
26 Aug. 2025
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Regina King at 53 owns the room in powerful suiting and plunging necklines with sophistication.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Adapting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapting. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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