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adapter

[uh-dap-ter] / əˈdæp tər /




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Adapter Rachel Bennette leaves room for you to remain unsure — you will certainly be playing “Towards Zero: The Home Game,” if you are any sort of mystery fan.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2025

Its 130W Power Adapter has three USB-C ports for charging a computer, phone and tablet all at once off a single outlet.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 28, 2023

For the sake of balance, I tried racing with an Xbox One controller paired with my PC using Microsoft’s Xbox Wireless Adapter, and I immediately felt more at home in Forza.

From The Verge • Nov. 23, 2021

If you are in need of a more heavy-duty way to plug in larger electronics while overseas, the Bestek Universal Travel Adapter comes highly recommended.

From Slate • Jul. 12, 2018

The Premo Film Pack Adapter has the general size and appearance of a plate holder.

From Premo Cameras 1914 by Canadian Kodak Company




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