Literary notes about Readjust (AI summary)
The term "readjust" in literature has been versatile, commonly indicating an act of alteration or realignment, both literal and metaphorical. In contexts of internal thought and personal resolution, as seen in Wharton's work [1], it signifies an attempt—often futile—to alter one's fixed mindset. In contrast, Wells employs it in a more technical and pragmatic manner, as when operating a machine [2], or even more broadly to balance ecological systems [3]. Beyond narrative and scientific applications, the word finds a precise, almost mathematical usage in Dudeney's puzzles, where it involves the physical rearrangement of pieces [4, 5, 6]. Finally, Wharton's later use [7] adds a tender, intimate layer, depicting a careful physical readjustment in a moment of caring.