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n. - Adaptation to a new climate (a new temperature or altitude or environment).

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  • Obama is engendering the kind of acclimation reserved for few in American political life.
  • He was lifted in the sixth inning after getting four at-bats, almost exactly the kind of acclimation Maddon hoped to get for Baldelli.
  • Just a little practice and acclimation is all you need.
  • PAYTON: Well, the acclimation period, again, varies per person.
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  • She gave a loud "acclamation" (strong approval or praise) when her "acclimation" (adaptation to new surroundings) was complete.
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