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What is adaptive query processing in SQL Server?
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
Adaptive query processing dynamically adjusts execution strategies at runtime.
Deep explanation
SQL Server 2017+ introduced adaptive joins, memory grant feedback, and interleaved execution. These features allow SQL Server to correct poor estimates during execution.
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