tweaks 1 of 2

noun

Definition of tweaksnext
plural of tweak
as in adjustments
the act of making something slightly different After a minor tweak, the computer seemed to run much better.

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tweaks

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tweak
1
as in pinches
to grasp and move with a small forceful motion Hey, you tweaked my nose!

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2
as in adjusts
to make small adjustments to You can tweak the settings to customize the display. He spent considerable time tweaking the recipe.

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3
as in mocks
to make (someone or something) the object of criticism, amusement, or laughter They're always tweaking me about my northern accent.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tweaks
  1. adjustments
  2. adjusts
  3. corrections
  4. edits
  5. teases
  6. shakes
  7. adapts
  8. pulls
Noun
  • The ability to run multiple experiments simultaneously, including those targeting AI behavior, and make real-time adjustments will set organizations apart in an increasingly competitive landscape.
    Dan Rogers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • If the tool is not being used as intended, further training or adjustments may be necessary.
    Archer Chiang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of adjustments
Verb
  • Founded in 2016 in Ontario, by CEO Manmeet Maggu and CTO Rahul Udasi to assist Maggu’s nephew, Trexo customizes each brace’s gait to the user and adjusts it over time.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Every 2,016 blocks, the network adjusts its target value.
    Andrey Sergeenkov, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of adjusts
Noun
  • People jumped in with corrections and elaborations.
    Kevin Kruse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • These corrections depend on how the weak force (which causes beta decay) interacts with the nucleus, specifically on the matrix elements (the mathematical tools that describe transitions between initial and final nuclear states).
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of corrections
Verb
  • Besides being the literal voice of beer in America, Holl edits content on All About Beer and is a frequent contributor to many publications, including bringing beer to readers of non-beer publications such as Craft Spirits Magazine and Wine Enthusiast.
    Don Tse, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Creators can set clear limits upfront, such as including a certain amount of rounds of reshoots edits in the base rate and charging extra beyond that.
    Kristen Bousquet, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of edits
Verb
  • Advertisement Kimberly teases him.
    Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Below, Freeman explains more about the creation of Garden Reserve, teases its flavor profile and discusses the importance of hotel collaborations with local businesses.
    Jillian Dara, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of teases
Verb
  • The longtime politician shakes his head.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • While rare, a tsunami could arrive just minutes after the earth shakes, depending on the location.
    Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of shakes
Verb
  • This is because if the balloon’s size is not made incrementally larger, the stomach adapts to its presence and stops sending its satiety signals to the brain.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Imagine having a personal tennis coach who never gets tired, always hits the perfect shot, adapts to your skill level and is available 24/7.
    Fox News Staff, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of adapts
Verb
  • With cum still in his mouth, Lee pulls himself back up and kisses Allerton deeply before wiping away the remnants of semen running down his chin.
    David Opie, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
  • But of course, the Federation pulls her back in.
    Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of pulls
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