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, 22 May 2026
What matters is whether the organization adjusts its processes accordingly.
—William Phillips, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Those receptors constantly monitor changes in blood flow and send signals to the brain, which then adjusts heart rate and blood vessel tension.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Rather than relying on assumptions about comfort, the structure adjusts itself quietly across changing requirements.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 13 May 2026
This happens as your body adjusts and your brain adapts to not having caffeine.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 13 May 2026
The front dial adjusts aperture, the left rear dial changes the shutter speed, and the right rear dial sets exposure compensation (EV).
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 13 May 2026
Cardoso still struggled at times to utilize her physicality effectively, especially as the WNBA adjusts to new referee guidelines for the season.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2026
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
Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
What matters is whether the organization adjusts its processes accordingly.
—William Phillips, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Those receptors constantly monitor changes in blood flow and send signals to the brain, which then adjusts heart rate and blood vessel tension.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Rather than relying on assumptions about comfort, the structure adjusts itself quietly across changing requirements.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 13 May 2026
This happens as your body adjusts and your brain adapts to not having caffeine.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 13 May 2026
The front dial adjusts aperture, the left rear dial changes the shutter speed, and the right rear dial sets exposure compensation (EV).
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 13 May 2026
Cardoso still struggled at times to utilize her physicality effectively, especially as the WNBA adjusts to new referee guidelines for the season.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjusts
Verb
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The hotel’s family offerings are well executed with thoughtful in-room details and a few standout experiences, such as a children’s afternoon tea in the Palm Court that adapts one of London’s most traditional rituals for younger guests.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The show, which Jordan Tannahill adapts from his own best-seller, finds its protagonist searching for others unable to escape the mysterious and unrelenting noise.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
22 May 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 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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Romano puts herself in the curious position of fighting a battle that has already been won on facts but not yet in legend.—
Thomas Mallon,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Also, spin rate (how fast the ball spins after being released) is king, and that also puts tremendous strain on the elbow and shoulder.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Now as the championship arrives at a circuit that suits him well, Russell has a good chance to chip away at the 20-point gap and put some pressure on his teammate at the top.—
Yara Elshebiny,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Since the materials are designed to be stain-resistant and water-repellant, this couch perfectly suits our tendency to eat and drink in the living room.—
Meg Kernahan,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2026
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“Adjusts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjusts. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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