fine-tune

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But at the same time, she warns that researchers need to continue to fine-tune the definition of the term as the evolving science dictates.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

And while you’re at it, fine-tune your deductions as well:

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

The U.S. has had a year to fine-tune its targeting plans and selected countermeasures for the exact radars Iran uses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

However, speaking to reporters ahead of his second state visit to the UK in September, Trump said he was "into helping" Britain fine-tune the deal.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

“I just need to — sort of fine-tune it, all right?”

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling