Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for "adapting"
  • present participle of adapt.
Search instead for preadapting.

adapting



NOUN
preparing
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

But the scientists said that their findings do suggest that these "opportunistic" baleen whales appear to be adapting and might even be benefiting from the change.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

But some Arctic and sub-Arctic operators are betting the tech can still pay off—even if it means adapting their businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

What is the biggest difference or challenge you’ve noticed when adapting to solo performances?

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Once used to defend Britain's shores against Napoleonic France, the Ordnance Survey's detailed maps are now essential for tracking and adapting to climate change.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

He’d flourished in his new environment, adapting in every way except one: No matter how hard he tried, he simply could not get used to the weather.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training