acclimate
Americanverb (used with or without object)
Other Word Forms
- acclimatable adjective
- acclimation noun
- reacclimate verb
Etymology
Origin of acclimate
From the French word acclimater, dating back to 1785–95; ac-, climate
Example Sentences
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Once we move to the “Mother” sequence, we’ve started to acclimate to the movie’s discomfiting rhythms — which is good considering that, if anything, Timothea and Lilith’s relationship with their mom is even frostier.
From Los Angeles Times
He initially struggled to acclimate in a nation he hasn’t lived in since he was a child, but said Thursday night that his mental state — and his Korean language skills — have improved.
From Los Angeles Times
It’s crucial that pandas in the release program not become acclimated to humans, for several reasons.
From Literature
"Understanding how T. oblongifolia acclimates to heat gives us new strategies to help crops adapt to a warming planet."
From Science Daily
The nonprofit National Sleep Foundation recommends people gradually adjust their sleep schedule to acclimate to the reconfigured clock, including by napping, and use relaxation techniques such as meditation and breathing exercises to calm themselves.
From Los Angeles Times
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