as in to adapt
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
had lived through several northern winters before she fully acclimatized her wardrobe
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Recent Examples of acclimatize
The American Kennel Club says that dogs that have been acclimatized to cats from a young age will get along with the animal better.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
On deck, the cava is flowing and guests are acclimatizing to the heat and waves.
—Alexandra Pereira, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
Hayes’ comment about acclimatizing, particularly in France, is certainly relevant.
—Steph Yang, The Athletic, 16 July 2024
The great human power to accustom, to literally acclimatize ourselves, is both gift and possibly fatal curse.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 28 Oct. 2024
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
On deck, the cava is flowing and guests are acclimatizing to the heat and waves.
—Alexandra Pereira, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
Hayes’ comment about acclimatizing, particularly in France, is certainly relevant.
—Steph Yang, The Athletic, 16 July 2024
The great human power to accustom, to literally acclimatize ourselves, is both gift and possibly fatal curse.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 28 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for acclimatize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclimatize
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Business leaders must be comfortable with continuously adapting strategies to leverage AI advancements.—
Maribel Lopez,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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That has led many to believe Dart would be best served taking time to work on his footwork and adapt to full-field NFL progressions.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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The post resonated with many developers who felt the company had sacrificed quality, choosing to artificially cap capabilities rather than adjusting their pricing model to reflect true costs.—
Andrew Filev,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The federal government argues the states can adjust their individual budgets.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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Anew Fitness removes these barriers by providing certified trainers who specialize in senior fitness, guiding participants through workouts tailored to their abilities.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Focus On Thoughtful Communication C-level leaders should analyze when communication is best received, considering timing, topic and delivery style, to tailor messaging for impact.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Read more Polis threatens to veto bill addressing sentencing disparities between Colorado’s state and municipal courts Gov. Jared Polis has threatened to veto a bill that would mandate Colorado’s municipal courts conform to state sentencing guidelines, the bill sponsors said.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2025
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These farmers and winemakers have often resisted efforts by bigger businesses to absorb their holdings, or entreaties by marketing agencies to simplify their output or conform to popular styles.—
Eric Asimov,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Both leaders tend to put their feet in their mouths.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Apr. 2025
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The fest in the Czech spa town has earned a reputation as one of the biggest summer celebrations of film in Central Europe, putting the spotlight on new releases from the region and far beyond, along with highlights of the film festival circuit from the past year.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
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With a stop at the Time 100 Summit, Meghan spoke to a rapt audience in a breezy tan Ralph Lauren suit just in time for the city's springtime thaw.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Built with treads that are suited for the trails and the road, these versatile sneakers can double as your favorite walking shoes during your spring travels.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Acclimatize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclimatize. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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