How can I use the word "adjust"?

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Adjust your belt so that it's more comfortable - loosen it.
Adjust the t.v settings - to make the picture better by adjusting colour, contrast, sound.
Adjust the oven or fridge - adjust the temperatue to make it colder or hotter.
Adjust clothing - straighten your clothing after sitting.
Adjust your differences - settle something so that an agreement is made.

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It has many similar but not synonymous meanings.

Plenty of examples here, especially under the heading labeled "thesaurus":

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/_/dict.aspx?rd=1&word=adjust

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