- present participle of adjust.
adjusting
Example Sentences
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“Summer travel plans appear resilient overall, despite higher oil and gasoline prices, though consumers are adjusting at the margin,” said Bank of America Institute’s senior economist, David Tinsley.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026
After adjusting for factors that can also influence brain health, including age, education level, and physical activity, the researchers found a consistent pattern.
From Science Daily • Jul. 1, 2026
Challenges like adjusting to a new language or learning unfamiliar customs and eating different foods can prove exhausting and demoralizing.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
The Fed can influence economic conditions in three ways: by adjusting the target range for the federal-funds rate, making changes to its balance sheet, and communicating expectations about inflation and future policy moves.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
Dr. Bearden walked from table to table, adjusting postures and hand positions, and giving tips.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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