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What does tune mean?

1. Adjust (a musical instrument) to the correct pitch.

* She tuned her guitar before the performance.

2. Set or adjust (a device or machine) to a desired level or frequency.

* He tuned the radio to his favorite station.

3. Change or adapt something to make it more suitable or pleasing.

* They tuned the marketing campaign to appeal to a younger audience.

4. Bring (something) into harmony or balance.

* She tried to tune her emotions after the breakup.

5. Be in harmony or accord.

* Her voice tuned in with the music perfectly.

6. Listen to or select.

* I tuned into the news to see if there were any updates.

7. (Of a receiver) select (a signal).

* The radio tuner tuned in to the local station.

8. (Informal) steal.

* He tuned my wallet when I wasn't looking.

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