adjust
/əˈdʒʌst/
noun
- A small change made to something to improve or correct it.
- The tailor needed just one more adjust to the hem of the dress.
- He made a quick adjust to the camera settings before taking the photo.
- After a small adjust, the machine started working perfectly.
verb
- To change something slightly to make it better, more accurate, or more suitable.
- She adjusted the thermostat to make the room warmer.
- You can adjust the volume using the knob on the side.
- The mechanic adjusted the brakes on my car.
- To become used to a new situation or environment.
- Children often adjust quickly to changes in their routine.
- She had to adjust to working from home after the office closed.
- It took him a few months to adjust to life in a new country.
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