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adjusting

ADJECTIVE
compensating
Synonyms




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But adjusting to life there was not easy.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

In addition to adjusting to the first season of his professional career, Bremner is playing his first full season without his mother, who died from breast cancer last June.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 12, 2026

But the more important conclusion is that your needs were not met as a child, nor as a young adult adjusting to a new life with a disability.

From MarketWatch Jul. 7, 2026

Xbox Chief Executive Asha Sharma is cutting games, investing in popular franchises, and adjusting Game Pass pricing.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 6, 2026

“Yes!” says Tim, snapping back, adjusting his top hat, and flicking out his coattails.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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