To adjust something is to change it slightly so it fits better, works better, or feels more comfortable. It can also mean to get used to a new situation.
From Old French 'ajuster', from Late Latin 'adjuxtare' (to bring near), based on Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'iuxta' (near). It shifted from 'bringing close to the right position' to fine-tuning.
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