as in activity
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
the actor went through months of conditioning in order to play the role of the buffed hero in the action film
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as in strengthening
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as in training
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
the length of time that it takes for runners to condition their bodies for a marathon
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as in adjusting
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a company that must condition its traditional ways of doing business to the realities of the global economy
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Recent Examples of conditioning
David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
The Falcons made a major jump, but also opened a new team facility, weight room and cafeteria while hiring a new head coach in Raheem Morris, who received the second-highest ranking of the year, and a new strength and conditioning staff.
—Mike Jones, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
James applies it directly onto the scalp after shampooing and conditioning, lifting hair section by section, gently giving hair a little shake to disperse it and then massaging it in with fingers.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
Wolfe upgrades Carrier to outperform from peer perform Wolfe upgraded the air conditioning and heating company after a meeting with company management.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2025
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Along with legal challenges, logistical issues may affect the detention expansion, with CNN reporting that tents may not be used due to a lack of electricity or air conditioning.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
The Falcons made a major jump, but also opened a new team facility, weight room and cafeteria while hiring a new head coach in Raheem Morris, who received the second-highest ranking of the year, and a new strength and conditioning staff.
—Mike Jones, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
James applies it directly onto the scalp after shampooing and conditioning, lifting hair section by section, gently giving hair a little shake to disperse it and then massaging it in with fingers.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
Wolfe upgrades Carrier to outperform from peer perform Wolfe upgraded the air conditioning and heating company after a meeting with company management.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conditioning
Noun
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Captain America is against government interference in their activities, while Iron Man leads the half for oversight.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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The monthly subscription is curated by therapists and comes with products like mindful activities, essential oils, candles, bath and body care products and wellness treats.—
Christopher Murray,
Fox News,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The complication only needs adjusting every 122 years—an ageless classic bursting with joie de vivre just like Goldblum.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
6 Jan. 2025
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The country’s intelligence service concluded the app posed national security risks and was used by Russia for disinformation, cyberattacks, hacking, spreading malware, location tracking and adjusting missile strikes.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
The Denver Post,
4 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Beet juice’s effect on nitrous oxide and oxygen delivery to muscles reduces fatigue caused by physical exertion (exercise).32 Some research suggests supplementing with beet juice decreases the rate of oxygen the body uses during exercise (VO2).—
Elizabeth Barnes,
Verywell Health,
14 Feb. 2025
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This jives with the ballerina’s belief that her art form is about mindset as much as physical exertion.—
Guillermo Perez,
Miami Herald,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Still, if the goal of a certain kind of big-swing public-intellectual book is to afflict the comfortable, then this book is a bracing way to afflict yourself, for the low price of thirty-five dollars.—
Andrew Marantz,
The New Yorker,
14 Dec. 2024
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Sometimes a bracing perspective emerges through formal play, as in a tight epic of a poem about an atrocity.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
4 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The Bulldogs also face questions at quarterback, with backup Gunner Stockton preparing to start as Carson Beck recovers from an elbow injury.—
Jayna Bardahl,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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The team will gather student input and feedback and promote student engagement by assisting with the planning and preparing of events.—
Alec Johnson,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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His story emphasizes the importance of versatile tools in fostering creativity and adapting to ever-evolving demands.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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By understanding the unique characteristics of China's AI ecosystem and adapting their strategies accordingly, business leaders can position their organizations at the forefront of the global AI revolution.—
Mark Greeven,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Use Virtual Team-Building Activities To Encourage Bonding One effective exercise a leader can implement is organizing virtual team-building activities.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Summary There's no doubt about it: cardio exercise is good for your health.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Standouts include the Iberian pork with figs, and the refreshing pineapple, pink peppercorn and passion fruit dessert.—
Isabelle Kliger,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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So, yes, a refreshing interlude Wednesday night at the start of this four-game homestand.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Conditioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conditioning. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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