adapted
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When the steam engine was adapted to power locomotives, the cost of overland shipping dropped precipitously.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
Neumann added that British plants are "not adapted to prolonged summer droughts and hot weather", unlike in places like the Mediterranean.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
When the researchers examined the larvae, they discovered that the insects had adapted part of their respiratory system into two pairs of small air sacs.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 27, 2026
“Our team adapted to a dynamic operating environment with focus and an unwavering commitment to safety,” he added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
These humans were more muscular than Sapiens, had larger brains, and were better adapted to cold climes.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
