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  • present participle of adjust.

adjusting

ADJECTIVE
compensating
Synonyms




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The US has been asking for a number of concessions from Canada, including removing its remaining retaliatory tariffs on American autos and adjusting its dairy quotas.

From BBC Aug. 18, 2026

Study author Associate Professor Alexander Larcombe said the results indicate that the body may already be adjusting to changes in the composition of the atmosphere.

From Science Daily Aug. 15, 2026

Looking ahead: “There are few signs that consumer spending is wavering,” said chief economist Richard Moody of Regions Financial, “even adjusting for the effects of higher prices.”

From MarketWatch Aug. 14, 2026

After adjusting for closed acquisitions and dispositions, production fell by 98,000 barrels or 4%.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

“Yes!” says Tim, snapping back, adjusting his top hat, and flicking out his coattails.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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