adjusts

present tense third-person singular of adjust

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of adjusts Power comes from a mid-drive motor producing 100 Nm of torque, paired with a responsive torque sensor that adjusts assistance based on your pedal pressure. New Atlas, 7 Aug. 2026 Your lender adjusts the loan terms to make payments more manageable. Sharon Wu, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026 Soundcore Earbuds Deals Soundcore’s Space A40 earbuds give exceptional value for campus life, featuring adaptive noise cancellation that automatically adjusts to block up to 98% of ambient noise in libraries or cafeterias. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026 The transit agency periodically adjusts its schedule to improve reliability, enhance connections and respond to rider feedback, RT spokesperson Jessica Gonzalez said. Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Side Slip works in conjunction with a new three-position active spoiler at the rear which adjusts automatically to add up to 243 pounds of downforce, increasing stability—and confidence—when cornering quickly. Howard Walker, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026 Unlike conventional mechanized systems, the new equipment identifies workpieces automatically and adjusts welding positions in real time. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026 Its pilots fly with SkyBreathe software that adjusts routes and flight profiles in real time to burn less fuel, and the airline flew one A350 delivery leg from Singapore on a 40 percent blend of sustainable aviation fuel. Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 Ramping up fiber intake too fast can cause temporary gas and bloating while your gut adjusts. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjusts
Verb
  • The memory foam interior adapts to your neck, and an adjustable Velcro closure gives you a personalized fit.
    ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Culture adapts to protect an identity the leader is defending and the organization pays the compounding cost.
    Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • LaFleur deftly tailors his pass concepts to the different skill sets of his receivers.
    Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 29 July 2026
  • There’s also a sound personalization engine that tailors the frequency response to your individual hearing.
    Christian de Looper, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026
Verb
  • This material conforms to your body and holds up well over time.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026
  • Plus, the light and airy mesh upper offers a stretchy fit that conforms to your foot while giving you some breathing room.
    Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • Another shoe will drop for SpaceX this week when close to a billion shares held by insiders can be sold for the first time on Thursday, which traditionally puts downward pressure on newly IPOed company stock prices.
    Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Nick Mitchell is a slap-hitting outfielder who doesn’t chase or whiff much but has no power and puts the ball on the ground a lot.
    Keith Law, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The design, which includes a ¼-inch self hem, delivers a clean look that suits a modern bathroom.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Start with a lid that suits your home’s style, then remove the existing handle if necessary.
    Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2026

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“Adjusts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjusts. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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