as in adapts
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 adjusts
California adjusts lottery prizes based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.
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Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
The system adjusts execution paths when inputs change, actions fail or conditions shift.
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Manick Bhan,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
This router helps prioritize your most intensive activities first, such as video calls or streaming, and also adjusts it based on your network's performance, which can make websites load up faster.
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George Yang,
PC Magazine,
17 June 2026
The hand automatically adjusts thumb positioning for a stable grip and can be configured remotely via Bluetooth-enabled iPhone and Android apps.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
Life goes on, including nightlife, as the population adjusts.
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ABC News,
15 June 2026
Matt Morawski, Wayne County Airport Authority spokesperson, said the airport routinely adjusts to changing operational conditions to maintain financial stability.
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Christina Zhang,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Caffeine-free pre-workouts are another option for keeping training intensity up while the body adjusts.
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Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
Despite improvements locally, Florida metros remain among the worst nationwide, according to the report, which uses data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and adjusts for varying population sizes.
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Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 June 2026
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
The system adjusts execution paths when inputs change, actions fail or conditions shift.
—
Manick Bhan,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
This router helps prioritize your most intensive activities first, such as video calls or streaming, and also adjusts it based on your network's performance, which can make websites load up faster.
—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
17 June 2026
The hand automatically adjusts thumb positioning for a stable grip and can be configured remotely via Bluetooth-enabled iPhone and Android apps.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
Life goes on, including nightlife, as the population adjusts.
—
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Matt Morawski, Wayne County Airport Authority spokesperson, said the airport routinely adjusts to changing operational conditions to maintain financial stability.
—
Christina Zhang,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Caffeine-free pre-workouts are another option for keeping training intensity up while the body adjusts.
—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
Despite improvements locally, Florida metros remain among the worst nationwide, according to the report, which uses data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and adjusts for varying population sizes.
—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjusts
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Year-round programming adapts to the seasons, with both kids' and teen programs ensuring young travelers are entertained while adults relax with activities, spa treatments, or quiet meals.
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This season adapts Anne Rice’s novel of the same name, which is told from the perspective of Lestat, played by Reid, and transforms him into a touring musician.
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However, Craft House tailors its builds to suit owners' needs and there are lots of options available, including customizing its layout, selecting the building materials used, and even choosing full off-grid operation.
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While it may always be most readily associated with Wall Street antagonist Gordon Gekko—who Flusser famously outfitted—the business also tailors for women.
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This mattress uses pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to the body and helps circulation.
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That Taylor’s statement also conforms to the conventions of creative-writing-seminar plaudits is part of the problem.
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Bond puts increase in value when bond prices fall and interest rates rise, allowing investors to offset losses elsewhere in their portfolios if borrowing costs jump unexpectedly.
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That puts those Lawler-supporting Democrats in the unique position of helping choose his next opponent by voting in the June 23 primary.
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Its midi length suits a wide range of occasions, and its flutter-style cap sleeves and flared A-line skirt add eye-catching volume.
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Practical style and smart storage Available in multiple color options, the COOLIFE set allows travelers to choose a look that suits their personal style while also making luggage easier to identify at baggage claim.
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“Adjusts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjusts. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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