Usage Note
Ajuster means to make fine corrections to something — a garment, a setting, an aim (ajuster son tir = to adjust one's aim, literally or figuratively). It is more precise than adapter (to adapt broadly) and implies a targeted tweak. Un ajustement is the noun form used in economics and finance (un ajustement budgétaire).
Examples
"Il a ajusté son col avant de partir."
Natural Translation
He adjusted his collar before leaving.

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