as in adjusts
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 adapts
It must be embedded into how AI operates, with clear guardrails on how content adapts across languages and markets, and how decisions are controlled, monitored and traced.
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Georg Ell, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Proprietary research informed its unique polymer formulation, which adapts to the wearer’s body for a secure and comfortable fit that minimizes leakage.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
His latest adapts Peter Heller’s 2012 novel set in the aftermath of a pandemic that’s nearly wiped out humanity.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The creatives spoke to their experiences working on their respective show, and the unique process of writing and producing something that adapts pre-existing IP.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 13 May 2026
Season 1 adapts the first book, The Deal, where quiet music student Hannah Wells (Ella Bright) and hockey captain Garrett Graham (Belmont Cameli) strike an unusual agreement that starts as a fake relationship.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 13 May 2026
This happens as your body adjusts and your brain adapts to not having caffeine.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 13 May 2026
The movie, which adapts the best-selling weepie by Shelby Van Pelt, was released Friday and, with only three days under its belt, leapt into the top 10.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
Crew adapts to laser controls One important result was how fast sailors learned to use the system.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
Georg Ell, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Proprietary research informed its unique polymer formulation, which adapts to the wearer’s body for a secure and comfortable fit that minimizes leakage.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
His latest adapts Peter Heller’s 2012 novel set in the aftermath of a pandemic that’s nearly wiped out humanity.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The creatives spoke to their experiences working on their respective show, and the unique process of writing and producing something that adapts pre-existing IP.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 13 May 2026
Season 1 adapts the first book, The Deal, where quiet music student Hannah Wells (Ella Bright) and hockey captain Garrett Graham (Belmont Cameli) strike an unusual agreement that starts as a fake relationship.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 13 May 2026
This happens as your body adjusts and your brain adapts to not having caffeine.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 13 May 2026
The movie, which adapts the best-selling weepie by Shelby Van Pelt, was released Friday and, with only three days under its belt, leapt into the top 10.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
Crew adapts to laser controls One important result was how fast sailors learned to use the system.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapts
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Those receptors constantly monitor changes in blood flow and send signals to the brain, which then adjusts heart rate and blood vessel tension.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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California adjusts lottery prizes based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
14 May 2026
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The 6-inch gel memory foam provides a soft, plush feel and conforms to your body’s natural curves, reducing pressure points on the shoulders and hips.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Available in both travel and standard sizes, the back support pillow conforms to the body to relieve pressure and alleviate back pain.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Amazon tailors the product inventory to each location and uses artificial intelligence and other technology to analyze what customers buy, as well as when and how often.—
Anne D’Innocenzio,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The staff tailors interactions to comfort levels, and there is no pressure to touch anything if a visitor is nervous.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Ranch suits anyone treating wellness as athletic training.—
Lauren Schuster,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2026
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However, our Editors' Choice winner is Gusto, which provides exceptional payroll and HR management features in a best-in-class user experience that suits both novice and seasoned payroll managers.—
Kathy Yakal,
PC Magazine,
6 May 2026
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Romano puts herself in the curious position of fighting a battle that has already been won on facts but not yet in legend.—
Thomas Mallon,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Also, spin rate (how fast the ball spins after being released) is king, and that also puts tremendous strain on the elbow and shoulder.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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“Adapts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapts. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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