acclimating
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present participleof acclimate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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But if there’s any silver lining, it’s that Skubal seems to be acclimating just fine in Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
Sitting in unease and acclimating to its extreme temperature — refusing to fight our very nature — is one of the most impactful things we can do for our bodies and minds.
From Salon ● Apr. 9, 2026
“Our training staff is doing a great job acclimating him, getting him up to speed,” Roman said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2025
So after acclimating to the thin air near the summit, technicians began to dig the first of four holes, each 1 meter deep, with shovels and a handheld drill.
From Science Magazine ● Dec. 2, 2024
“I must be acclimating to the new diet, Chancellor. I apologize,” I say, unable to look at her.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
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