adaption

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Keane says it was around that time they both "fell in love" when they saw the script for Emerald Fennell's movie adaption of the Emily Brontë classic.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Overall, this study highlights the potential for phage research aboard the ISS to reveal new insights into microbial adaption, with potential relevance to both space exploration and human health.

From Science Daily • Jan. 18, 2026

The writer of Oscar-tipped movie Hamnet has said she always saw Paul Mescal taking on the role of Shakespeare in the film adaption.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026

Powell and Waldron knew they wanted to take a stab at turning Manning’s sketch into a scripted series when Omaha Productions began exploring adaption options.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2025

The adaption of means to ends in nature clearly indicates a ——, and so proves a ——er.

From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by Fernald, James Champlin