adaptation
noun
the act of adapting.
adaptations
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pluralof adaptation.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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These accolades came after he directed two comic-book adaptations for Hollywood studios: “Blade II” and “Hellboy.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
This group is dedicated to studying the physiological, metabolic, and biomolecular adaptations induced by physical exercise and sports.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
Ordinarily, adaptations of classic novels—or movies—not only necessitate updates and alterations: They tell us why we’re here—why remake an oft-told tale, if there’s nothing new to say?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Over 17 years and thousands of poor reviews, Anderson’s adaptations of the beloved Capcom survival-horror video game series became somewhat famous for pissing off critics and diehard game fans alike.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026
The many wild plants with such adaptations include wheat, barley, peas, flax, and sunflowers.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
