as in adapting
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
after going on the night shift, he found it difficult to adjust his sleep schedule adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe to your taste
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Recent Examples of adjusting
Cover pan; cook, stirring occasionally and adjusting heat as needed to ensure mixture stays at a gentle simmer, until fennel is very tender, 15–20 minutes.
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Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
There are physical control buttons on the headphones for turning ANC on and off and adjusting the volume.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
By adjusting the rotation speed, the robot can dive, turn, or move forward.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
Consumer demand, influenced by price, range and charging, causes market shifts, with some companies adjusting EV offerings, showing how climate goals meet consumer reality.
—Erica Van Buren, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
In the last couple of years, Denver Rescue Mission has seen an increase in the number of families and older adults who are experiencing homelessness, so the Mission is adjusting its programming to serve more of those people.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
To reduce energy usage, customers should consider turning off unnecessary lights and appliances, adjusting thermostats to the lowest comfortable setting and wearing extra layers.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Jan. 2026
North Texas colleges and universities are also adjusting classes and moving some instruction online.
—Elissa Jorgensen, Dallas Morning News, 26 Jan. 2026
After all, adjusting your thermostat for the afternoon isn’t going to bust your energy bill for the month.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
There are physical control buttons on the headphones for turning ANC on and off and adjusting the volume.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
By adjusting the rotation speed, the robot can dive, turn, or move forward.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
Consumer demand, influenced by price, range and charging, causes market shifts, with some companies adjusting EV offerings, showing how climate goals meet consumer reality.
—Erica Van Buren, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
In the last couple of years, Denver Rescue Mission has seen an increase in the number of families and older adults who are experiencing homelessness, so the Mission is adjusting its programming to serve more of those people.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
To reduce energy usage, customers should consider turning off unnecessary lights and appliances, adjusting thermostats to the lowest comfortable setting and wearing extra layers.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Jan. 2026
North Texas colleges and universities are also adjusting classes and moving some instruction online.
—Elissa Jorgensen, Dallas Morning News, 26 Jan. 2026
After all, adjusting your thermostat for the afternoon isn’t going to bust your energy bill for the month.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjusting
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For a coach who thinks running the ball is for squares and suckers, that’s not exactly adapting one’s philosophy to fit your personnel.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Joe Robert Cole is adapting the book for the screen and will also serve as executive producer and showrunner in addition to directing multiple episodes, including the first.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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Louis Vuitton used straighter tailoring proportions on their oversized tailoring, giving an illusion of structure while still providing movement, while Japanese label TAAKK creatively used pleated pants as a contrast to everything from furry bomber jackets to chunky sweater vests.—
Brett F. Braley-Palko,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Prices start around 180 euros for a jersey T-shirt and 370 euros for tops in tailoring fabrics such as poplin shirts and go up to 1,300 euros for blazers and 1,900 euros for leather garments.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
21 Jan. 2026
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The company is also conducting power-on tests of its first FAA-conforming aircraft.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Dec. 2025
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By County Set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) each year and based on home values, conforming loan limits are typically used to determine maximum loan amounts for many mortgage types.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
26 Nov. 2025
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That, and putting your people first, is what matters first and foremost; everything else follows after.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Washington — Federal Reserve officials convene this week at a pivotal moment in the US central bank’s 112-year history, with a series of historic events putting a spotlight on their ability to set interest rates without political interference.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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