TWEAKS Synonyms: 224 Similar and Opposite Words

tweaks 1 of 2

noun

plural of tweak

as in adjustments

the act of making something slightly different After a minor tweak, the computer seemed to run much better.

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tweaks

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tweak

as in pinches

to grasp and move with a small forceful motion Hey, you tweaked my nose!

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as in adjusts

to make small adjustments to You can tweak the settings to customize the display. He spent considerable time tweaking the recipe.

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as in mocks

to make (someone or something) the object of criticism, amusement, or laughter They're always tweaking me about my northern accent.

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Recent Examples of tweaks

Noun

Commercial hurdle remains These precise compositional tweaks balanced petroleum and bio-based fractions to maximize both sustainability and overall fuel quality. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026 Today, Gibney is making small tweaks to finish the film in time for screenings at the Venice and Toronto film festivals in September (three hours, 45 minutes), a wide theatrical release in October (ditto) and an HBO debut in 2027 (four hours). — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 And remember, there are still potential tweaks to the roster on the horizon prior to Week 1. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026 Going forward, market focus will shift to Burnham's choice for Chancellor of the Exchequer, potential tweaks to fiscal rules, and the outlook for the upcoming Autumn Budget. — CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 Changes from book to film are always inevitable, of course, but The Whisper Man film is generally faithful to its inspiration, maintaining much of North’s foundation, while making small tweaks here and there. — Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 In terms of artificial intelligence, NexSnap claims its AI enhancements are a faster alternative to manual tweaks and edits. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026 Executives and lobbyists hope that message will create the opportunity for carveouts to the cuts, favorable tweaks to the legislation, or boosted payments from other parts of the federal health care enterprise. — Daniel Payne, STAT, 27 Aug. 2026 That contradiction is where the platform’s next regulatory and consumer-trust fight will play out, and recent tweaks show the company knows the line is drifting. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2026

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More relevant is Musk’s future, as the director tweaks a scene about what the mogul is up to next (humanoid robots and launching himself off a burning planet to Mars). — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 Each one tweaks the machine’s power delivery and shift points. — Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 2 Sep. 2026 Just as the tension on deck is escalating, Nathan tweaks his back putting down the water toys. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 4 Aug. 2026 The Odyssey tweaks Homer’s classic story into a moodier version of the swords-and-sandals epic—and represents a rare swerve away from tired sequels, cheap remakes, and creaky cinematic universes. — David Sims, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026 As an earthquake develops, the system often tweaks the magnitude, time, location and alert area. — Amy Graff, New York Times, 27 June 2026 Frick confirmed that no software tweaks to the car are needed to enable that performance at altitude. — Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 22 June 2026 The latter measures movement in three dimensions and predictively tweaks the myriad electronics for maximum performance. — Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026 The technique relies on an optimization algorithm that repeatedly tweaks an audio clip, measures the impact on the model’s response, and then uses this signal to further adjust the audio until the model does what the attacker wants. — Edd Gent, IEEE Spectrum, 17 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tweaks

Noun

Most of the majors have made small adjustments, like music at changeovers, light shows at night, and letting crowds move more freely, especially higher up in larger stadiums.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Making small adjustments to your diet could help your body in the long run.

— Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of adjustments

Verb

There will be a moment in the frenzy at the Estadio Azteca, probably as the teams take to the field or the first ball is kicked in anger, when Darren Thompson pinches himself to be witnessing all this first-hand.

— Rob Tanner, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Dad pinches my cheek between his first two fingers with a soppy look in his eyes.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Nov. 2025

Definition of pinches

Verb

As serotonin remains active longer, the brain adjusts by desensitizing some receptors.

— Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
Available in six muted colors, the sheets have a sateen weave that’s soft and smooth, with a bit of stretch to maintain a proper fit even as the bed adjusts.

— V BRAND STORIES, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of adjusts

Verb

Trump routinely mocks Newsom and refers to the governor using a derogatory nickname, while Newsom taunts the president with frequent social media posts.

— Darlene Superville, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
By and large, the General Assembly mocks his policy proposals and ignores his leadership.

— Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2026

Definition of mocks

Verb

Then cinematographers Evan Draper and Jazleana Jones along with Ullom, who also edits, take a steadier hand with evocative montages that emphasize the passage of time.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Quick edits in small blocks across the screen included one of Murphy’s right foot and shoe.

— Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of edits

Verb

Davidson teases that Lawrence will make recurring cameos on the series, suggesting that the tables have now turned between the rivals, as the series is set in the present day and accounts for Lawrence’s own star power.

— Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 1 Sep. 2026
The special included 27 minutes of content that revealed cinematic and gameplay scenes throughout the fictional Vice City and teases the overall narrative of the game.

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026

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