Shows flexibility, in a way (6)
I believe the answer is:
adapts
'shows flexibility in a way' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for adapts that I've seen before include "Makes suitable for a new use" , "Converts to another usage" , "Alters to suit another purpose" , "Converts to alternative use" , "Changes to suit different circumstances" .)