readjustment

Example Sentences

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The story “Soldier’s Home” reveals a young man’s difficult readjustment to civilian life, his parents’ pressure as he returns from the war and his rejection of their conventional values.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

“It was just a constant readjustment of medication and best efforts to get him to take it consistently.”

From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2024

After a quick readjustment, his rushed attempt cannoned off the post and the game was drawn.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2024

They had to do a huge readjustment in their understanding of me, so that’s not easy for parents.

From New York Times • Jan. 17, 2024

“All is a process of adjustment and readjustment, or else eventual failure.”

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee