adaptation
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A UN report released in August found developing countries needed $310 billion-$365 billion to adapt, yet had only $26 billion in adaptation finance available in 2023.
From Barron's β Oct. 7, 2026
"So I have very strong opinions about changes that are made in adaptation."
From BBC β Oct. 7, 2026
Vysotsky said Ukrainians "understand the sensitivity of certain segments for European farmers" and were open to "substantive discussions about adaptation periods, the scale of market access and safeguard mechanisms".
From Barron's β Oct. 7, 2026
Emerald Fennell’s February adaptation of “Wuthering Heights” performed decently.
From The Wall Street Journal β Oct. 4, 2026
It was an adaptation of Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula.
From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow
"We also have the genomes to uncover the molecular basis of these spectacular mammalian adaptations and know where the fossil bats fall in this tree."
From Science Daily β Sep. 30, 2026
The fall TV season has the return of hit series, new thrillers and adaptations of Steinbeck and Austen classics.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 26, 2026
Over 17 years and thousands of poor reviews, Anderson’s adaptations of the beloved Capcom survival-horror video game series became somewhat famous for pissing off critics and diehard game fans alike.
From Salon β Sep. 23, 2026
The live-action rights to Resident Evil are owned by German production company Constantin Film - a fact fans have blamed for the perceived low quality of previous adaptations.
From BBC β Sep. 18, 2026
These are adaptations to scare other animals into thinking they are eyes, so other animals will think they are bigger and more dangerous and leave them alone.
From "Fish in a Tree" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
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