tuning

verb

present participle of tune
as in adapting

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  1. adapting
  2. keying
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  • For Garcia, evolution in her organization’s work is key, constantly listening to the community and adapting to meet people’s needs.
    — Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Most leaders say moving quickly and adapting is essential, but only a small number feel their organizations can keep up.
    — Angela Palo, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
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  • The biggest difference is having a run-pass split and making the defense play honest, rather than keying on the Falcons' run game.
    — AJC.com, AJC.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Craig was sacked three times and once UNC started keying on the run, the Horned Frogs struggled to match the Tar Heels’ physicality.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2026
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“Tuning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tuning. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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