as in adjusting
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-tuning
This reveals microglia as unexpected conductors in the brain's blood pressure orchestra, fine-tuning neuron-glia interactions through astrocyte pruning.
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Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2025
Beyond writing speeches, prepping talking points, and fine-tuning tone, strategic comms professionals help executives navigate the high-stakes terrain of persuasion, positioning, and power dynamics.
—Rhea Wessel, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Engineers compare it to having a smart co-pilot inside the motor, constantly fine-tuning performance without the driver noticing.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
After three years of experimentation and another two for fine-tuning the design, Boreyko and colleagues had their answer.
—Andrew Paul Aug 14, Popular Science, 14 Aug. 2025
Those fixes, such as fine-tuning a model’s responses to avoid dangerous outputs, can work in the short term but are easier to undo and can sometimes weaken the model in unintended ways.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
The system adapts automatically by identifying the most active myo sites, deactivating less useful sensors and fine-tuning responsiveness based on the user's signal strength.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2025
The team ultimately eliminated 260 internal parts — chips, processors and wiring — while simultaneously streamlining, honing camera and sensor technologies and fine-tuning performance at a reduced cost.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2025
Beyond writing speeches, prepping talking points, and fine-tuning tone, strategic comms professionals help executives navigate the high-stakes terrain of persuasion, positioning, and power dynamics.
—Rhea Wessel, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Engineers compare it to having a smart co-pilot inside the motor, constantly fine-tuning performance without the driver noticing.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
After three years of experimentation and another two for fine-tuning the design, Boreyko and colleagues had their answer.
—Andrew Paul Aug 14, Popular Science, 14 Aug. 2025
Those fixes, such as fine-tuning a model’s responses to avoid dangerous outputs, can work in the short term but are easier to undo and can sometimes weaken the model in unintended ways.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
The system adapts automatically by identifying the most active myo sites, deactivating less useful sensors and fine-tuning responsiveness based on the user's signal strength.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2025
The team ultimately eliminated 260 internal parts — chips, processors and wiring — while simultaneously streamlining, honing camera and sensor technologies and fine-tuning performance at a reduced cost.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine-tuning
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At just 4 to 5 weeks old, the kittens are still adjusting to life without their mother after being fostered through A Place for Meow Rescue, a rescue based in Rapid City, South Dakota.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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As already mentioned, the minimum investment thresholds were raised to $800,000 in Targeted Employment Areas (rural, high-unemployment, or infrastructure projects) and $1,050,000 elsewhere, adjusting these amounts for inflation.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Merino wool also has natural temperature-regulating and odor-controlling properties—both of which are ideal for hiking.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
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Complex carbs also are likely to contain fiber which is very helpful in regulating blood glucose concentration.—
Bryant Stamford,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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That hasn't stopped the administration from putting US tech through the wringer at home, though.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Sep. 2025
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Above all, Durbin said nothing DHS or ICE is doing at the naval base can interfere with its mission which includes putting thousands of men and women through boot camp to become sailors.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Finish with a cognac suede belt to add texture to the look while matching the gold buckles on your flats.—
Amber Cardullo,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Exclusivo Mezcla Reversible Lightweight Quilt Set The Exclusivo Mezcla Quilt Bedding Set includes a reversible quilt and two matching pillow shams to tie the look together.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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Make sure to continuously fine‑tune the AI testing tool, adapting it to changes in your strategy or flow.—
Oleg Sadikov,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Trust Protocol has set minimum requirements for its Field Partner Program, adapting regenerative agriculture frameworks from major organizations.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Fine-tuning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine-tuning. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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