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a change designed to correct or improve a written work
the article as written requires only one factual amendment
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Recent Examples of amendments
Those amendments still require ratification by 38 states— so there’s no risk of a runaway rewrite of the founding document.
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Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
But its parliament has just passed controversial amendments to such laws, which remove the right to self-identification and narrow the definition of ‘transgender’.
—Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 31 Mar. 2026
The 14th Amendment − one of a trio of constitutional amendments adopted after the Civil War − overrode the Supreme Court’s infamous 1857 Dred Scott decision that African Americans could not be citizens.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Unfortunately, the only way to reform Colorado’s arcane property tax system will be by citizen initiative or constitutional amendments submitted directly to the voters.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
The bill was read with amendments on Monday and was sent back to the Senate Rules Committee to be assigned, like to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation in the days ahead.
—Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
After passage by the House the day prior, the Senate approved the House amendments and sent the bill to the governor's desk by a 32-6 vote on March 26.
—Kathryn Muchnick, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
The European Parliament voted Thursday to approve a trade deal between Washington and Brussels but with amendments added to protect European interests should the United States fail to hold up its end of the bargain.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
In amendments, Sahriar removed Beainy as managing member.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 26 Mar. 2026
Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
But its parliament has just passed controversial amendments to such laws, which remove the right to self-identification and narrow the definition of ‘transgender’.
—Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 31 Mar. 2026
The 14th Amendment − one of a trio of constitutional amendments adopted after the Civil War − overrode the Supreme Court’s infamous 1857 Dred Scott decision that African Americans could not be citizens.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Unfortunately, the only way to reform Colorado’s arcane property tax system will be by citizen initiative or constitutional amendments submitted directly to the voters.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
The bill was read with amendments on Monday and was sent back to the Senate Rules Committee to be assigned, like to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation in the days ahead.
—Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
After passage by the House the day prior, the Senate approved the House amendments and sent the bill to the governor's desk by a 32-6 vote on March 26.
—Kathryn Muchnick, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
The European Parliament voted Thursday to approve a trade deal between Washington and Brussels but with amendments added to protect European interests should the United States fail to hold up its end of the bargain.
—Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
In amendments, Sahriar removed Beainy as managing member.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amendments
Noun
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What those modifications would look like is unclear, especially whether the changes would affect the design.—
Desiree Mathurin
March 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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Manufacturers, though, don’t have to comply if the breakdown is the result of neglect or improper modifications made by the consumer.—
Gray Rohrer,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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In his ruling, Leon rejected the idea that past alterations and improvements to the White House, made without congressional authorization, mean that an entire new wing can be built without such approval.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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If authority demands alterations to your plans at the last minute, suggest a practical adjustment that preserves quality, because enduring leadership earns trust without drama.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But the Horned Frogs know that Friday fell below their usual standards at practice, which means Dykes and the coaches will have no shortage of corrections to offer the team during upcoming film sessions.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Apr. 2026
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Many property owners have rushed their applications in with only minimal designs, then get stuck waiting for their architects to produce full plans and, at the next step, respond to corrections required by the building department, Luna said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Another important note to make is that Lupaia is closed during the winter season for improvements to the rooms, garden, public area, and overall guest experience since the weather is too unpredictable to welcome guests during that time anyway.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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The report highlights the company’s legacy of innovation, demonstrating how process improvements and high-performance products aim to actively help customers reduce their environmental footprints.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Amendments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amendments. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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