as in to adjust
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
it always takes freshmen a little while to adapt themselves to high school
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Recent Examples of adapt
This kind of financial mindset involves trust — in yourself, in your systems, and most importantly, in your ability to adapt if or when your financial circumstances change.
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Judy Lagrou, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2025
Creditors costars Maggie Siff and Justice Smith in the play written by August Strindberg and adapted by Jen Silverman.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Longevity in this business favors those who stay calm, adapt, and keep moving.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
But its adoption isn’t instantaneous, giving us time to adapt and find ways to balance innovation with workforce stability.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2025
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Judy Lagrou, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2025
Creditors costars Maggie Siff and Justice Smith in the play written by August Strindberg and adapted by Jen Silverman.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Longevity in this business favors those who stay calm, adapt, and keep moving.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
But its adoption isn’t instantaneous, giving us time to adapt and find ways to balance innovation with workforce stability.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapt
Verb
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The best phone mounts rotate vertically and horizontally so riders can adjust their view according to their height.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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The federal government argues the states can adjust their individual budgets.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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Anew Fitness removes these barriers by providing certified trainers who specialize in senior fitness, guiding participants through workouts tailored to their abilities.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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On another note, the pleating on the matching trousers was tailored perfectly.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
18 Apr. 2025
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Read more Polis threatens to veto bill addressing sentencing disparities between Colorado’s state and municipal courts Gov. Jared Polis has threatened to veto a bill that would mandate Colorado’s municipal courts conform to state sentencing guidelines, the bill sponsors said.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2025
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These farmers and winemakers have often resisted efforts by bigger businesses to absorb their holdings, or entreaties by marketing agencies to simplify their output or conform to popular styles.—
Eric Asimov,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Your piercer will give you a quick consultation to discuss options, possible concerns, and the best jewelry to suit your navel, then direct you to get comfortable on the piercing table.—
Marianne Mychaskiw,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2025
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And with tailored workouts to suit all abilities Hydrow gives you every chance to build fitness and stay motivated.—
Chris Haslam,
Wired News,
9 Apr. 2025
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Scott Taylor, lead mechanical engineer for manufacturer Lockheed Martin, put the effort in perspective in a 2023 news release.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2025
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Although the premium hospitality OVG Hospitality already provides in Las Vegas, Phoenix, London and Abu Dhabi resonated with the Lightning ownership, Granger said that a desire to put a local spin on Amalie’s food and beverage offerings helped win the bid.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Adapt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapt. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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