as in adaptations
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation
the publishing industry's necessary adjustment to the age of electronic media
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Recent Examples of adjustments
There are 2026 season racing changes, and now, for the first time, there are adjustments to those changes.
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Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
The Schwanebeck brothers have had to make many adjustments during their time in America.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Before her father Michael walked her down the aisle, Kate had some help from Pippa with final adjustments to her gown, a lace dress designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Four of the eight—distiller MGP Ingredients, RTX, Ross Stores, and The Gap—did not disclose exactly how much the adjustments boosted executive payouts.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
Daily care and lifestyle adjustments Long-term results depend on proper care and daily habits.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
In some cases, creditors may return to court to request adjustments, particularly if your financial circumstances change.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
With a few adjustments, everyday cooking becomes less frustrating and far more rewarding.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Growing tension with the Giants and Kyle Tucker’s struggles have tested the Dodgers as manager Dave Roberts makes lineup adjustments to spark the team.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
The Schwanebeck brothers have had to make many adjustments during their time in America.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Before her father Michael walked her down the aisle, Kate had some help from Pippa with final adjustments to her gown, a lace dress designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Four of the eight—distiller MGP Ingredients, RTX, Ross Stores, and The Gap—did not disclose exactly how much the adjustments boosted executive payouts.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2026
Daily care and lifestyle adjustments Long-term results depend on proper care and daily habits.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
In some cases, creditors may return to court to request adjustments, particularly if your financial circumstances change.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
With a few adjustments, everyday cooking becomes less frustrating and far more rewarding.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Growing tension with the Giants and Kyle Tucker’s struggles have tested the Dodgers as manager Dave Roberts makes lineup adjustments to spark the team.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjustments
Noun
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The musical is based on both the 1933 novel and the famed 1934 and 1959 Universal Pictures adaptations.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
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The option marks the latest addition to Phiphen’s growing slate of literary adaptations and original projects across film and television.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Nearly 40% of the adaptions tracked in the report are based on formats that debuted more than 10 years ago, almost doubling the figure from the previous report.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
25 Mar. 2026
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Anyone who’s read 19th century novels or watched their screen adaptions knows that ballroom dance scenes tend to be loaded with drama, social jockeying and, above all, romantic intrigue.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Adjustments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjustments. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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