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单词 adjust
释义 adjust

adjust /əˈdʒʌst/

verb (MAKE CHANGES) ↑Verb Endings for adjust
1
B2 [T] to change something slightly, especially to make it more correct, effective, or suitable:
» If the chair is too high you can adjust it to suit you.» As a teacher you have to adjust your methods to suit the needs of slower children.Thesaurus+: ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and attuning to something
2
F0 [T] to arrange your clothing to make yourself look tidy:
» She adjusted her skirt, took a deep breath, and walked into the room.Thesaurus+: ↑Cleaning and tidying places and things
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Extra Examples:» Turn/Twiddle the little knob to adjust the volume.» With this drill it's possible to adjust the speed of rotation.» You don't need to adjust the setting every time you take a photo.» There is some interference on the signal - do not adjust your set.» My hat was askew so I adjusted it in the mirror.
verb [I] (BECOME FAMILIAR) ↑Verb Endings for adjust
B2 to become more familiar with a new situation: » I can't adjust to living on my own.» Her eyes slowly adjusted to the dark.» The lifestyle is so very different - it takes a while to adjust.Thesaurus+: ↑Adapting and modifying , ↑Changing , ↑Adapting and attuning to something
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