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adapt

[uh-dapt] / əˈdæpt /


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Such treatments could adapt to each patient's unique biology, improving effectiveness while reducing side effects.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

The counselors who made her feel truly understood “don’t even have to understand what I’m going through, but they do understand how to relate to someone, how to adapt whatever training they’ve had.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Their initial responses of shock and fear have given way to attempts to adapt, switching locations and changing routines.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The challenge now for the likes of Huntington, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman is to adapt to the challenge from the well-funded startups.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

My eyes can’t adapt, and I see nothing at first.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera