as in adjusts
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 adapts
Despite Hopkins' chilling turn, Red Dragon pales in comparison to Michael Mann's sublime Manhunter (1986), which adapts the same story.
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Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
With adjustable speed settings and options for hard or soft surfaces, the game grows with players and adapts to any space.
—Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
The Brooks Men’s Revel 7 Neutral Running Shoe, now just $70 in some sizes, is made with special midsole cushioning that adapts to the wearer’s feet, weight, and speed.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
Army leaders say the Switchblade is one of several technologies being folded into armored units as the service adapts lessons from Ukraine and other conflicts, where drones have played an outsized role.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2025
Advertisement The comfortable response—I’ve heard it a thousand times—is that over millennia economies have weathered automation many times before and with each prior technical leap, the labor market adapts.
—Toby Stuart, Time, 29 Sep. 2025
Pitmaster Brandon Hurtado adapts his award-winning barbecue, including his Hatch Chile Mac and Cheese, for home cooks.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
The team models professional pathways, adapts curriculum for sensory and developmental differences, sustains an active parent club, and engages alumni as volunteers and mentors.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Its silky texture also adapts to skin temperature to feel warm to the touch like natural pearls.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
With adjustable speed settings and options for hard or soft surfaces, the game grows with players and adapts to any space.
—Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
The Brooks Men’s Revel 7 Neutral Running Shoe, now just $70 in some sizes, is made with special midsole cushioning that adapts to the wearer’s feet, weight, and speed.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
Army leaders say the Switchblade is one of several technologies being folded into armored units as the service adapts lessons from Ukraine and other conflicts, where drones have played an outsized role.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2025
Advertisement The comfortable response—I’ve heard it a thousand times—is that over millennia economies have weathered automation many times before and with each prior technical leap, the labor market adapts.
—Toby Stuart, Time, 29 Sep. 2025
Pitmaster Brandon Hurtado adapts his award-winning barbecue, including his Hatch Chile Mac and Cheese, for home cooks.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
The team models professional pathways, adapts curriculum for sensory and developmental differences, sustains an active parent club, and engages alumni as volunteers and mentors.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Its silky texture also adapts to skin temperature to feel warm to the touch like natural pearls.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapts
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The measure, typically announced each October, adjusts the benefits Social Security recipients earn to counteract the effects of inflation.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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While Matt adjusts to life with his daughter and grandchildren underfoot, his shop becomes a hub of comedy and camaraderie with employees like Stitch (Daryl Mitchell) and Gabriel (Seann William Scott).—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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The oversized chair is ideal for patios, decks, or poolside spaces, and it’s filled with high-density foam that conforms to your body position, offering comfortable support for long-term sitting and relaxing.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Sep. 2025
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Built largely from carbon fiber, and weighing just under 158 kilograms, the Helix conforms with the FAA’s rules for ultralight aircraft.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
11 Sep. 2025
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The company tailors its offerings to meet diverse consumer needs, often through smaller pack sizes, localized flavors, and affordable formats.—
Joe Cornell,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Whether designing Tribeca apartments or Florida beach houses, the firm tailors its interiors to the location and architecture of the home.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
2 Sep. 2025
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Featuring a slim, bucket seat and metal legs, the design suits a number of styles, from industrial or farmhouse.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
3 Oct. 2025
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Available in 40 different colors, there is a hue that suits everyone on your Christmas list.—
L. Daniela Alvarez,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Sep. 2025
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As advertisers trim spend and Trump puts late night in his crosshairs, the costs of these TV programs are coming under the microscope.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Whether that puts your eyes onto your career and public image, your personal connections, or even a new hobby or interest, let this encourage you to lead full force in that direction with vulnerability and inspiration.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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