as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different
there's been an alteration in the intended route of our bird walk
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Recent Examples of alterations
An Australian study of advanced brain images found significant alterations even among people who had already recovered from mild infections — a possible explanation for cognitive deficits that may persist for years.
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Stephanie Armour, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
An Australian study of advanced brain images found significant alterations even among people who had already recovered from mild infections — a possible explanation for cognitive deficits that may persist for years.
—Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
While the above were alterations, the newest change is an addition to the terms and conditions.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 26 Jan. 2026
The alterations could not be spotted and were only found when the seams were examined after the contest.
—Brian Melley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Luckily, Amazon’s fashion section has become a go-to destination for cozy, petite-friendly clothing that doesn't require pricey alterations or a fashion compromise.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
If Bellinger goes back to the Yankees and Bichette signs with the Phillies, the rest of the Jays’ offseason likely will include only minor alterations.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Dubbed the Billion Cell Atlas, the data set shows how cells react to specific alterations.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Rules governing modification of buildings located in historic districts can be similarly restrictive, and include the additional requirement that any alterations of buildings within their confines be consistent with neighborhood character.
—Michael S. Hiller, New York Daily News, 13 Jan. 2026
Stephanie Armour, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
An Australian study of advanced brain images found significant alterations even among people who had already recovered from mild infections — a possible explanation for cognitive deficits that may persist for years.
—Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
While the above were alterations, the newest change is an addition to the terms and conditions.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 26 Jan. 2026
The alterations could not be spotted and were only found when the seams were examined after the contest.
—Brian Melley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Luckily, Amazon’s fashion section has become a go-to destination for cozy, petite-friendly clothing that doesn't require pricey alterations or a fashion compromise.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
If Bellinger goes back to the Yankees and Bichette signs with the Phillies, the rest of the Jays’ offseason likely will include only minor alterations.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Dubbed the Billion Cell Atlas, the data set shows how cells react to specific alterations.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Rules governing modification of buildings located in historic districts can be similarly restrictive, and include the additional requirement that any alterations of buildings within their confines be consistent with neighborhood character.
—Michael S. Hiller, New York Daily News, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alterations
Noun
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It’s led to calls for changes in the voting system, but Haley urged Belichick, Kraft and anybody else to simply be patient.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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But the study subjects didn’t report feeling significantly more rested the next morning — a reminder that changes seen on sleep trackers don’t always translate into noticeable improvements in subjective experiences.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Over the years, Sarazen developed complex strategies to legally exploit differences in accounting and tax laws among the countries News Corp did business in.—
Gabriel Sherman,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Feb. 2026
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If Iran is to have a democratic future, the differences within the Iranian society have to be confronted and argued through, not buried.—
Ramin Jahanbegloo,
Time,
3 Feb. 2026
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No modifications or add-ons are allowed.—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Feb. 2026
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Exact specifications and modifications will vary from stadium to stadium.—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Alterations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alterations. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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