as in transformation
a change from one state or condition to another
We want to have a smooth transition when the new owners take control of the company. the sometimes difficult transition from childhood to adulthood The country made a peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.
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Recent Examples of transition
There is a broad transition zone across the center of the country where homeowners can grow both types of grass.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
And Welcome Sunrise 2027 With all of these brands seeing the potential of a standardized method of using 2D barcodes, the support for the transition has grown stronger over the past few years.
—Benjamin Claeys, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Few accessories can so instantly and dramatically transform one’s presentation as a pair of sunglasses (if further evidence is needed, just think of Snoopy’s transition to Joe Cool).
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 2 June 2025
And any enduring culture has answers for parents — traditions around feeding, rest, socialization, purpose and the transition to adulthood.
—Mathilde Ross, CNBC, 31 May 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
And Welcome Sunrise 2027 With all of these brands seeing the potential of a standardized method of using 2D barcodes, the support for the transition has grown stronger over the past few years.
—Benjamin Claeys, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Few accessories can so instantly and dramatically transform one’s presentation as a pair of sunglasses (if further evidence is needed, just think of Snoopy’s transition to Joe Cool).
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 2 June 2025
And any enduring culture has answers for parents — traditions around feeding, rest, socialization, purpose and the transition to adulthood.
—Mathilde Ross, CNBC, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transition
Noun
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First, Latin America is skipping the transformation phase.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the global workforce by automating routine and repetitive tasks, and industry leaders expect this to prompt a reduction or transformation of certain roles across industries.—
Akash Sriram,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
Noun
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In 2021, automakers faced one such shift when the European Commission passed legislation requiring a 55 percent reduction in the continent’s greenhouse-gas emissions within five years.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
21 June 2025
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Monochrome doesn’t have to mean identical swatches—slight shifts in tone and an interplay of patterns, like gingham or small-scale florals, can create dimension and prevent the room from feeling one-note.—
Jacorey Moon,
Architectural Digest,
21 June 2025
Noun
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The difference was stunning: almost 9x higher conversion.—
Lutz Finger,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Their conversion journey itself has been a learning curve.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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While Carnival’s adjustments were minor, cruise lines can make significant changes before or even during sailings.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Entering the world of algorithms and viewing hours at Netflix was an adjustment.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
18 June 2025
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“Transition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transition. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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