as in activity
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
the actor went through months of conditioning in order to play the role of the buffed hero in the action film
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as in strengthening
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as in training
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
the length of time that it takes for runners to condition their bodies for a marathon
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as in adjusting
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a company that must condition its traditional ways of doing business to the realities of the global economy
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Recent Examples of conditioning
Don Sweeney, Idaho Statesman, 15 June 2026
Unfortunately, not every home is equipped with air conditioning to provide maximum comfort and relief during such weather.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 June 2026
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Dyson also claims that the Omega nourishing collection delivers up to 94 percent stronger hair, compared to using non-conditioning shampoo on straight hair.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Asher Kaufman, The Conversation, 1 June 2026
The right balance is to reward loyalty without conditioning people to wait for deals.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
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Noun
The National Weather Service said residents should avoid being outside in extreme heat, stay hydrated, and find shade or air conditioning.
—Don Sweeney, Idaho Statesman, 15 June 2026
Unfortunately, not every home is equipped with air conditioning to provide maximum comfort and relief during such weather.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 June 2026
Adjective
Cayenne owners will be able to track charging via their My Porsche app and are able to create pre-conditioning settings to meet their individual needs.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Dyson also claims that the Omega nourishing collection delivers up to 94 percent stronger hair, compared to using non-conditioning shampoo on straight hair.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
Tehran is currently conditioning a potential deal with Washington on a complete halt of Israeli hostilities in Lebanon – a move clearly designed to safeguard the political and military standing of Hezbollah, its primary proxy.
—Asher Kaufman, The Conversation, 1 June 2026
The right balance is to reward loyalty without conditioning people to wait for deals.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conditioning
Noun
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The skate party is a perfect activity for everyone to come together.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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The unit’s activities were exposed by Israel in 2019.—
Eric Mack,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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In Kansas City, a single ticket for world champion Argentina’s opening match against Algeria was listed at $16,507—a bracing sum to spend for an evening in Missouri.—
Jeanne Malle,
Air Mail,
6 June 2026
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On this day, an oyster shooter ($10) allowed for a bracing sampling of the house bloody mary (Pow!—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2026
Verb
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According to audio of an internal Meta meeting leaked to More Perfect Union, Zuckerberg told employees that the company is training its AI models by tracking how its own workers use their computers.—
Alex Lee,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
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Pulisic has been training individually all week long.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
19 June 2026
Verb
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The idea is to shift sunscreen from a once-in-the-morning habit into something more informed and responsive – adjusting reminders and guidance around actual exposure, skin profile, and daily behavior.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 June 2026
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That could mean adding a crosswalk, changing signal timing, redesigning a bike lane or adjusting how curb space gets used.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
Noun
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A smoke advisory also was in effect for a broad area of East Los Angeles, with officials recommending that residents reduce outdoor exertion and that sensitive individuals stay inside.—
Sydney Barragan,
Daily News,
18 June 2026
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The push out of their respective comfort zones is sweaty, arduous, and, the series suggests, exactly the kind of exertion that sustains a relationship.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Fruit extracts clarify excess oil and buildup, while a cooling mint complex and menthol deliver a refreshing tingle, leaving your scalp feeling clean, balanced, and freshly reset.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
18 June 2026
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That stretch represented a refreshing change for a program that had all of four winning seasons in the previous 18.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias also is widely considered to be preparing a run for mayor.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Public health officials have been preparing for months, said Philadelphia’s Raval-Nelson, including with mock emergency drills and communications with counterparts around the country.—
Lauran Neergaard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Ava Reid’s novel has such a singular pulse and loyal audience, and with Emma Donoghue adapting and Kari Skogland directing, this project brings together artists with a fearless command of tone and character.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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The approach is aimed at improving robots’ ability to perform delicate, variable tasks that have traditionally been difficult to automate, such as handling fragile components, adapting to changing object shapes and operating in dynamic environments.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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