conditioning
noun
con·di·tion·ing
kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)niŋ 
1
: the process of training to become physically fit by a regimen of exercise, diet, and rest
also
: the resulting state of physical fitness
2
: a simple form of learning involving the formation, strengthening, or weakening of an association between a stimulus and a response
Examples of conditioning in a Sentence
the team's excellent physical conditioning
With the proper conditioning, the horse will learn to trust and obey its handler.
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The weather service urged people to find air conditioning, stay out of the sun and avoid leaving children or pets in unattended vehicles as cars could reach lethal temperatures in minutes.
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Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 16 Aug. 2024
The cars host creature comforts like power windows, power steering, air conditioning, and touchscreens compatible with Apple CarPlay.
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Park rangers in Death Valley National Park advise summer visitors to avoid the heat by staying in or near air conditioning, not hiking at low elevations after 10 a.m., drinking plenty of water and eating salty snacks.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2024
Pilates is a body conditioning exercise that can be performed in various ways.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
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Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 16 Aug. 2024
The cars host creature comforts like power windows, power steering, air conditioning, and touchscreens compatible with Apple CarPlay.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2024
Park rangers in Death Valley National Park advise summer visitors to avoid the heat by staying in or near air conditioning, not hiking at low elevations after 10 a.m., drinking plenty of water and eating salty snacks.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2024
Pilates is a body conditioning exercise that can be performed in various ways.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
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conditioning
noun
con·di·tion·ing
kən-ˈdish-(ə-)niŋ
1
: the process of training to become physically fit by a regimen of exercise, diet, and rest
Good shoes and proper conditioning are the best bets for avoiding shin splints.—Current Health
Current HealthHe also got serious about his physical conditioning with a regimen that includes Pilates, weights and cardio training.—Alan Shipnuck, Sports Illustrated
Alan Shipnuck, Sports Illustrated
also
: the resulting state of physical fitness
Triathletes maintained their aerobic conditioning while developing new skills and strengthening neglected muscles. —Marlene Adrian, Shape
Marlene Adrian, Shape 2
: a simple form of learning involving the formation, strengthening, or weakening of an association between a stimulus and a response
According to the theory, learning or conditioning is the process by which behavior is systematically and lastingly changed.—Harvard Mental Health Letter
Harvard Mental Health Letter… aversive conditioning to tie undesirable actions to unpleasant stimuli and thereby break habits.—The New York Times Magazine
see classical conditioning, operant conditioning
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