calibrate
verb (used with object)
to determine, check, or rectify the graduation of (any instrument giving quantitative measurements).
are calibrating
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present progressiveof calibrate.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Ed Yardeni, founder and president of Yardeni Research, suggested the readings indicate how investors are calibrating the economic impact of the Persian Gulf conflict.
From Barron's ● Mar. 13, 2026
They are calibrating and testing lighting under the Montlake lid, while the Bellevue Fire Department tests the fire suppression system on the floating bridge.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 24, 2024
Yes, the beauty of your performance is that as a viewer, you are calibrating each scene.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2022
The government must be respectful of public disorientation if regulators are calibrating their views.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 7, 2021
