well-adjusted

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Recent Examples of well-adjusted Mostly, Giorgio seems too well-adjusted for Love Island. Katie Whyatt, New York Times, 12 July 2025 Doctor Who newcomer Varada Sethu is well-adjusted to the franchise life. Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025 Rachel had worried that that year of enemas would scar August forever, psychologically, and the many months of colostomy bags after that, but the boy had grown up well-adjusted, all things considered. Camille Bordas, Harper's Magazine, 2 May 2024 Many are well-rounded and well-adjusted children who go on to thrive as adults. The Editors, Scientific American, 14 May 2024 Because this woman is way too wise and well-adjusted. Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2024 All three kids were well-adjusted and well-liked by their peers. Ed Ternan, Men's Health, 17 Aug. 2023 Likewise one child of a doting mother like Shy’s will be well-adjusted and easygoing. Rachel Connolly, The New Republic, 17 July 2023 Several then-kids implicated in the saga are not so well-adjusted, according to his reporting: Hunter and Carly have recanted their testimonies, saying Margie worked to orchestrate their answers. Paul Schrodt, Vulture, 29 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-adjusted
Adjective
  • Carlos Montes, a longtime leader with Centro CSO, said the organization’s events, including protests, have always been peaceful and organized.
    Victoria Elena Valenzuela, USA Today, 8 July 2025
  • An excellent way to unwind from daily stressors, stargazing can serve as a peaceful, mindfulness practice.
    Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Adjective
  • Its eventual core range will all be built on the same quiet, steady progress that’s defined the last couple years.
    Felipe Schrieberg, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
  • Prince Ali envisions steady growth over the next decade.
    Essie Assibu, Variety, 15 July 2025
Adjective
  • Finally, the third gallery room attempts to project a cooler, more verdant future with walls colored a serene green hue.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
  • In between, are patio tables with umbrellas and other shady spots to sit for a while and take in the serene surroundings.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
Adjective
  • Think smooth shores sloping gently into calm waves and views framed by palm trees.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
  • Did your presence create more clarity, more calm, more progress?
    Cicely Simpson, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
Adjective
  • This is fresh, well-balanced and has good persistence, with a subtle note of spearmint in the finish.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
  • In general, your diet should also be healthy and well-balanced.
    Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 19 May 2025
Adjective
  • Despite suffering from a severe injury at 13,800 feet, the climber remained responsive and composed.
    Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
  • Then take the time to analyze the situation before delivering a thoughtful and composed response.
    Christopher Fairbank, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Adjective
  • But whether the team would be confident elevating an interim replacement the way the Nats did with assistant GM Mike DeBartolo is not known.
    Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 8 July 2025
  • And for those stunning backless dresses that demand a bra-free look, nipple covers are your secret weapon for confident coverage.
    Caitlyn Martyn may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 8 July 2025
Adjective
  • While some are more placid and don't mind being treated, there are others who can get very stressed by their unknown environment, including Percy the cat.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 June 2025
  • His face is as placid as a god’s, affixing a category to each letter.
    Rick Barot, New Yorker, 9 June 2025

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“Well-adjusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-adjusted. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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