readjust
[ree-uh-juhst]
- to adjust again or anew; rearrange.
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Origin of readjust
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Contemporary Examples of readjust
Reauthorizing the bill could force states to readjust the formulas they use to determine benefits so that families get more.
This is done to secure the work and readjust the reserves later, if interest is fallow.
Historical Examples of readjust
She dashed her hand across her eyes and hastily sought to readjust her sleeves.
The Night RidersRidgwell Cullum
He must have time to readjust his mind to the horrible circumstances so suddenly revealed.
The SnareRafael Sabatini
Miss Winthrop paused to readjust a pin and the angle of her hat.
The Wall Street GirlFrederick Orin Bartlett
My capital might then readjust itself, if left alone that length of time.
The Lure of the MaskHarold MacGrath
Miss Metoaca paused to take breath and readjust her Fanchon bonnet.
The Lost DespatchNatalie Sumner Lincoln
readjust
- to adjust or adapt (oneself or something) again, esp after an initial failure
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