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verb

past tense of adapt

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Recent Examples of adapted
Adjective
The 2025 Oscar nominations released Thursday included a powerhouse lineup of original and adapted screenplays, from leading noms-getter Emilia Pérez to Golden Globe winner Conclave. Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Jan. 2025 An adapted screenplay nom would be crucial, but that category is already overflowing with candidates. Clayton Davis, Variety, 19 Oct. 2024
Verb
Both teams have adapted into their postseason forms since the Eagles beat the Packers 34-29. Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025 This sumptuous series is adapted from James Clavell's hugely influential 1975 epic novel of the same name. Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for adapted 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapted
Adjective
  • That is well above the $34.7 million in adjusted EBITDA and $1.15 billion in revenue that analysts polled by FactSet were expecting.
    Sean Conlon, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025
  • The company posted an adjusted profit of 1.01 per share, compared with analysts' expectations of 44 cents, according to data compiled by LSEG.
    Jaiveer Shekhawat and Manya Saini, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Data collected by Statista shows that 42 percent of Gen Zers buy used items.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Finally, wipe down highly used surfaces like sinks, countertops, and toilet handles.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).
    Darryn King, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Dropping benefits that workers have grown accustomed to, however, can cause other problems for employers.
    Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 2 Feb. 2025
  • For wolves to succeed — and for ranchers to at least grow accustomed to them — a shift must occur, a redistribution of the benefits and costs associated with the animals.
    Mark Dent, thehustle.co, 31 Jan. 2025

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“Adapted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapted. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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