The Clue
Alters (7 letter answer)
The Answer
ADJUSTS
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Notes
The answer ADJUSTS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2900 puzzles.
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Definition
ADJUST as a verb:
1. (adjust, set, correct) = alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard; "Adjust the clock, please"; "correct the alignment of the front wheels"
2. (align, aline, line up, adjust) = place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight; "align the car with the curb"; "align the sheets of paper on the table"
3. (adjust, conform, adapt) = adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions; "We must adjust to the bad economic situation"
4. make correspondent or conformable; "Adjust your eyes to the darkness"
5. decide how much is to be paid on an insurance claim