as in to adjust
to make small changes to (something) in order to improve the way it works or to make it exactly right
fine-tune a TV set fine-tune the temperature of the room They're fine-tuning interest rates to achieve economic growth without inflation.
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Recent Examples of fine-tune
As a dating coach who develops strategies to help women get their guy, White thinks women will be better off fine-tuning their inner trust.
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Essence, 12 Aug. 2025
To realize the Divo’s enhanced level of athleticism over the Bugatti Chiron, its chassis, steering, and suspension were fine-tuned for greater responsiveness, and aerodynamic improvements included new front and rear diffusors and a wider, adjustable rear spoiler.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025
With several position battles still up in the air, every opportunity becomes essential for fine-tuning the depth chart.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2025
Connect to Your Bike With the App Most ebikes also have corresponding apps downloadable to Android or iPhones that further calibrate and fine-tune the ride, customize the display, control walk assist, and keep track of and even remotely lock the bike.
—Stephanie Pearson, Wired News, 8 Aug. 2025
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Essence, 12 Aug. 2025
To realize the Divo’s enhanced level of athleticism over the Bugatti Chiron, its chassis, steering, and suspension were fine-tuned for greater responsiveness, and aerodynamic improvements included new front and rear diffusors and a wider, adjustable rear spoiler.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025
With several position battles still up in the air, every opportunity becomes essential for fine-tuning the depth chart.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2025
Connect to Your Bike With the App Most ebikes also have corresponding apps downloadable to Android or iPhones that further calibrate and fine-tune the ride, customize the display, control walk assist, and keep track of and even remotely lock the bike.
—Stephanie Pearson, Wired News, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine-tune
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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When using a vacuum, remember to adjust the setting from carpets to bare floors.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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The agency will no longer regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants or oil and gas operations.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
13 Aug. 2025
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The production of cortisol is regulated by the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which is the body’s main stress response system.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
13 Aug. 2025
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It's been a nice little homecoming to a role that really put me on the map.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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This new exposure puts her back on CW’s radar, and vice versa.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Netflix still holds bragging rights for the all-time nomination record with 160 nods in 2020, and shares the record for most wins in a single year — 44 victories in 2021, matching CBS’ 1974 tally.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
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Even the rules are changing, with sets played to four games instead of six until Wednesday’s final, no-Ad scoring, and match tiebreakers instead of a third set.—
Howard Fendrich,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Aug. 2025
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But his body soon adapted and, eventually, the new plan got him to the big leagues, following in the path of Travis Adams, who reached the majors about a month earlier.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
13 Aug. 2025
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Because the technology powering this deception is evolving quickly, HR leaders must adapt to keep fraud out of the hiring process.—
Casey Marquette,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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