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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 adapted
Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
The horror film, directed and written by Ryan Coogler, won the award for original screenplay, and its biggest competitor for the best picture Oscar, Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, clinched the win for adapted screenplay.
—From Wire Reports, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The series was adapted into an anime series last year, and this 23rd volume serves as the last in the manga version.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 26 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
But first, Paul Thomas Anderson’s first win of the night, for adapted screenplay.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
The horror film, directed and written by Ryan Coogler, won the award for original screenplay, and its biggest competitor for the best picture Oscar, Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, clinched the win for adapted screenplay.
—From Wire Reports, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
Batavia coach Alex Beckmann, meanwhile, has been impressed with how quickly Johnson has adapted thus far to varsity baseball.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The series was adapted into an anime series last year, and this 23rd volume serves as the last in the manga version.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapted
Adjective
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That reflected a year-over-year decline of 2% for adjusted earnings and an increase of 6% for revenue.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
26 Mar. 2026
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Companies that ramped up AI investment in late 2025 haven’t fully rolled out capabilities, adjusted pricing, or realized revenue gains.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Fortifier, a product tailored to preemies, is meant to augment mother’s milk when babies are born prematurely and a mother’s milk alone doesn’t deliver enough nutrition.—
David Hilzenrath,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the main performance stages, the center’s instructional spaces are tailored for drama studies as well as choral, band and orchestra programs, with soundproof practice rooms and breakout rooms featuring acoustic paneling, as well as instrument lockers.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Recollect Records is that rare place for DJs and record collectors, especially those seeking used soul, funk, hip-hop and jazz vinyl.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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Many high-performance electric mountain bikes can cost as much as a used car, and until now, the brands charging that much had little reason to worry.—
Omar Kardoudi
March 30,
New Atlas,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In Episode 12, Robby suggested Mohan's skill set and work rate were both better suited for geriatrics.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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SMRs could be better suited to Southeast Asia, as they can be added to remote areas like islands and be connected to smaller or less-developed grids.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The strategy behind the challenge As coaches grow more accustomed to challenges, teams are developing strategies to maximize them.—
Maura Carey,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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People have become accustomed to it on the islands.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Sharpe said traditionally French cuisine has been looked at as the standard, and chefs have conformed to fit that standard.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Martin highlighted the findings, which mostly conformed to his expectations but still surprised him in the magnitude of the angst over the work situationship.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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But the major goal of the flight, along with putting the Orion through its paces, is to test the planning, procedures and flight control protocols for managing upcoming moon landing missions after a half-century gap between the Artemis and Apollo programs.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Joe hit three 3-pointers in an 85-second flurry to put the Thunder up 99-61 in the third quarter.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Billy Randolph had shaped them and how his death had altered their lives, responses came after long pauses and were choked with grief.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 27,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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From June 11 through July 19, visitors to the FIFA Fan Festival at Fair Park can explore an interactive exhibit honoring women who have shaped sports through their work in STEM, or science, technology, engineering and math.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Mar. 2026
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