"Intelligence is the ability to ___ to change": Stephen Hawking Crossword Clue

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"Intelligence is the ability to ___ to change": Stephen Hawking Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions
2. make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ABILITY (noun)
1. possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done
2. the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
INTELLIGENCE (noun)
1. secret information about an enemy (or potential enemy)
2. information about recent and important events

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