alterations

noun

plural of alteration
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 This challenge transcends typical software localization, demanding fundamental alterations to AI's core reasoning and output. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 The company, for its part, denied the accusation, noting that the alterations were not racially motivated. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 6 July 2026 The key difference is that rather than suggesting preset visuals, the AI Camera Assistant is ostensibly reacting to the scene, subject, and lighting to dynamically suggest the best alterations for that specific moment — that’s the AI of it all. — Dominic Preston, The Verge, 23 June 2026 The combination of a structure design that did not meet building codes and alterations made to it over its 40 years meant that the other parts of the pool deck weren’t strong enough to withstand the extra load, leading to the type of slow-motion collapse. — ABC News, 22 June 2026 The other alterations may have contributed to the damning one. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 June 2026 Many reviewers, including petite shoppers, note that the pants hit at just the right length without needing alterations, and the inseam works well with both flats and heels. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 Adding the verses violated MLB rules banning uniform alterations, and the players involved received verbal warnings but were not fined or penalized. — Matt Moret, New York Times, 19 June 2026 However, more and more retailers are now releasing petite-friendly styles, and Quince has excelled at crafting high-quality wardrobe essentials that don’t require any alterations. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alterations
  1. changes
  2. differences
  3. modifications
Noun
  • Athletes should slowly build conditioning when faced with changes in climate such as heat and humidity.
    — Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • Under an existing state appropriations restraint, also known as the Gann Limit, lawmakers cannot spend more than an amount determined by a formula that takes annual tax proceeds, changes to the population and cost of living into consideration.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of changes
Noun
  • But that’s not the same as asserting that the physical differences between males and females invariably mean that men will invariably prevail over women in all competitions or that their participation will endanger women.
    — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • Local analyses of districts throughout the state, such as Miami-Dade, document who uses vouchers, patterns of movement between public and private schools, and demographic differences.
    — Kendall Deas, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
Definition of differences
Noun
  • Aviation observers studying pictures of the aircraft said the new plane appears to lack external modifications to the tail cone associated with a type of directional infrared missile defense system.
    — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
  • Instructors make sure everyone feels supported, no matter their level, and happily offer extra explanations and modifications as needed.
    — Eve Chen, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Definition of modifications

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