readaptation

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as in adaptation

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  1. adaptation
  2. readjustment
  3. adjustment
Noun
  • Amendment is so essential to the American constitutional tradition, so methodical and so entire a conception of endurance through adaptation, that it can best be described as a philosophy.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Pride and Prejudice Emma Corrin and Jack Lowden will anchor this miniseries adaptation of the iconic Jane Austen romance with Dolly Alderton onboard as screenwriter.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of adaptation
Noun
  • This may be a helpful readjustment for your husband.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
  • As the second day of Group of Seven discussions proceed in Paris, the aftermath of a bond-market readjustment factoring in more inflation has raised the burden of proof needed to keep borrowing costs unchanged.
    — Craig Stirling, Bloomberg, 19 May 2026
Definition of readjustment
Noun
  • That number includes adjustments for socioeconomic differences.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 Sep. 2026
  • This enables automatic system adjustments during major events, disturbances or shifting demand.
    — Miroslav Katsarov, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of adjustment
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