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to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
never could acclimate himself to a nine-to-five office job
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Recent Examples of acclimated
Marie Sapirie, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Still, even after your skin has become acclimated to exfoliation, most experts recommend exfoliating twice a week max.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
Jared Weiss, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
But by sitting behind and learning from Carr, Dart could improve his game, get acclimated to the NFL, and give Moore a capable signal-caller for years to come.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
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Verb
The market has been on a solid, upward trajectory as sellers and buyers become acclimated to the transferability regime, and that seems likely to continue.
—Marie Sapirie, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Still, even after your skin has become acclimated to exfoliation, most experts recommend exfoliating twice a week max.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
Carmen, a recent Iowa Girls High School Athletics Hall of Fame inductee who played professionally outside Tokyo for one season, helped him get acclimated to his new reality.
—Jared Weiss, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
But by sitting behind and learning from Carr, Dart could improve his game, get acclimated to the NFL, and give Moore a capable signal-caller for years to come.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclimated
Verb
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The stand also serves as a lens cover during transport, and the unit will automatically power on when the stand is adjusted for viewing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Apr. 2025
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The food and wine As time progressed, Davis adjusted McNinch House’s concept to match her customers’ wants and developed a slightly less-formal dining experience.—
Jennings Cool,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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His player dashboard from the game reflects his dominance from an adapted role, leading the game for progressive passes, able to keep the wide players on his side supplied with a steady stream of searching passes down the line.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Johnson has been Oscar-nominated nominated twice for his Knives Out films, one for original and another for adapted screenplay.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
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Would Forever Young be the Forever Young people had become accustomed to?—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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While repellents are simple to use, raccoons often become accustomed to the scent.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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But there are still benefits to be had, according to Jonas, especially car dealers that sell both used and new cars.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
10 July 2025
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Federal tax credits of up to $7,500 for people buying new electric cars and a $4,000 credit for used cars will now end Sept. 30.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
10 July 2025
Verb
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This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
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“Acclimated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclimated. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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