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
Crew adapts to laser controls One important result was how fast sailors learned to use the system.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
In addition, the Academy, which adapts its rules every year, retained the right to request additional information about how AI was used and the extent of human authorship in any project that uses generative AI.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 3 May 2026
And while it’s often associated with sprawling garden beds, zucchini adapts beautifully to container growing.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
The goal is for each element to contribute to a model where patients remain active participants and where care adapts to individual circumstances over time.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Coneflower adapts to various soils and tolerates drought, adding color to borders and natural areas.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
The hit show adapts the iconography of the beloved games while continuing to establish its own identity as one of the most creative shows on television.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
Rotterdam is what happens when a city in the midst of transformation adapts to change without losing any reverence for its former selves.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
This fast-grower (Celtis occidentalis) easily reaches 80’ tall by 60’ wide and adapts to a variety of soils and conditions.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
In addition, the Academy, which adapts its rules every year, retained the right to request additional information about how AI was used and the extent of human authorship in any project that uses generative AI.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 3 May 2026
And while it’s often associated with sprawling garden beds, zucchini adapts beautifully to container growing.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
The goal is for each element to contribute to a model where patients remain active participants and where care adapts to individual circumstances over time.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Coneflower adapts to various soils and tolerates drought, adding color to borders and natural areas.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026
The hit show adapts the iconography of the beloved games while continuing to establish its own identity as one of the most creative shows on television.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
Rotterdam is what happens when a city in the midst of transformation adapts to change without losing any reverence for its former selves.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
This fast-grower (Celtis occidentalis) easily reaches 80’ tall by 60’ wide and adapts to a variety of soils and conditions.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapts
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Early in the film, Perry sits behind the wheel of her car, adjusts the rearview mirror and backs out of the garage.—
Pamela Chelin,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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As Cameron adjusts to life in Sowell Bay (more bonding with Ethan, who is a little hung up on Tova, plus his own potential romance with Avery, played by a peppy Sofia Black-D’Elia), Tova starts to inch her way out of it.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
7 May 2026
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The 6-inch gel memory foam provides a soft, plush feel and conforms to your body’s natural curves, reducing pressure points on the shoulders and hips.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Available in both travel and standard sizes, the back support pillow conforms to the body to relieve pressure and alleviate back pain.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Amazon tailors the product inventory to each location and uses artificial intelligence and other technology to analyze what customers buy, as well as when and how often.—
Anne D’Innocenzio,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The staff tailors interactions to comfort levels, and there is no pressure to touch anything if a visitor is nervous.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Ranch suits anyone treating wellness as athletic training.—
Lauren Schuster,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2026
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However, our Editors' Choice winner is Gusto, which provides exceptional payroll and HR management features in a best-in-class user experience that suits both novice and seasoned payroll managers.—
Kathy Yakal,
PC Magazine,
6 May 2026
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While this puts a literal damper on vacation plans, locals celebrate this time of year, as it is needed for keeping the lush foliage and crops at their best.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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And there’s a gallery on site gallery called Secret Gallery, which puts emphasis on indigenous artists and local artists.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 May 2026
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“Adapts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapts. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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