Word of the Day – July 25, 2026

tune

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Noun A succession of musical tones; melody. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Organizational Task tuningThe purpose of this task is to plan changes to make the most efficient use of resources. (used 5 times in citations and controls)
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Verb To adjust receiver circuit such as a radio to the correct frequency or a musical instrument to the correct pitch. (used 1 times in citations and controls)
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Verb To change or adapt to a situation or purpose. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Verb To adjust or balance something so that it runs smoothly and efficiently. (used 31 times in citations and controls)
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Verb Adjust the pitches of (musical instruments). (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Verb Adjust for (better) functioning. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Other Forms

Type Other Form
Past tuned
Plural tunes
Plural Possessive tunes'
Possessive tune's
Present Participle tuning
Third Person tunes

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