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adjusted

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verb

past tense of adjust

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of adjusted
Adjective
Tapestry now expects adjusted earnings per share of $5 this fiscal year, up from the $4.85 to $4.90 previously projected. Evan Clark, Footwear News, 8 May 2025 Streaming revenue grew 8% to nearly $2.7 billion in the quarter, and its adjusted earnings came in at $339 million, up from $86 million in the year-earlier period. Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
Verb
The asset limit under the bill would be automatically adjusted for inflation on a biennial basis. Josh Snyder, Arkansas Online, 10 Apr. 2025 These weights can be adjusted as market conditions or strategic priorities change. Pieter Van Schalkwyk, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for adjusted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjusted
Adjective
  • The screenplay earned them an Academy Award nomination and won the BAFTA for adapted screenplay.
    Katcy Stephan, Variety, 7 May 2025
  • Every nominated original and adapted screenplay writer showed up, which is rare for these functions.
    Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Cox Automotive’s Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index — which tracks prices of used vehicles sold at its U.S. wholesale auctions — increased 4.9% year-over-year in April.
    Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 12 May 2025
  • Hilton was able to make the surprise moment a reality thanks to an assist from her nonprofit, 11:11 Media Impact, and Carvana, an e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars.
    Nicholas Rice, People.com, 10 May 2025
Adjective
  • This tool weighs in at 1.24 lbs, which feels light after becoming accustomed to using wavers that are close to 2.5 lbs.
    Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 2 May 2025
  • Despite market challenges, Gold believes buyers have become accustomed to the less-than-perfect conditions in NYC real estate.
    Hadley Meares, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).
    Darryn King, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2025

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“Adjusted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjusted. Accessed 18 May. 2025.

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