the change

noun

informal + old-fashioned
: the time of menopause when a woman stops menstruating

Examples of the change in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Kane said the change in the hiring process for higher level positions in both the Police and Fire departments could speed up the promotion process. Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025 To conclude the conversation, a New Orleans native opened up about the need to talk more about how your mental health is affected during the change. Essence, 5 July 2025 Chula Vista and Escondido made the change early on. Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025 If the change passes, Suarez — who is term-limited as mayor — would get a ninth consecutive year as mayor and a 17th consecutive year in City Hall. Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for the change

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“The change.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20change. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!