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
Previous studies showed that fat cells in obese mice also retain epigenetic alterations even after the animals slim down.
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Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
Throttle and transmission shifts have been tweaked for sharper response, while, critically, a series of chassis alterations aim to liven up handling and steering feel.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026
The challenge, led by Bonta and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, argues Kennedy’s vaccine panel appointments and alterations to the immunization schedule were unlawful.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2026
Some critics also pointed out that the BBC did make significant alterations to Sunday's ceremony elsewhere.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Feb. 2026
The program formalizes alterations training to Nordstrom’s service standards while expanding access for skilled sewers seeking to enter or pivot into tailoring careers.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
But for Bashara, the most important aspects to consider in assessing potential are the home’s foundation, roof, and the extent of previous alterations.
—Staff Author, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
The design of the mikvah was approved with another long list of conditions including things like alterations on the type of window glass, exterior lighting, facade materials and landscaping.
—Lauren Costantino
february 11, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
The Usher’s Office located the shop’s owner, who opened his shop that evening and made alterations on a morning suit using Dad’s measurements.
—John Wrory Ficklin, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
Throttle and transmission shifts have been tweaked for sharper response, while, critically, a series of chassis alterations aim to liven up handling and steering feel.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026
The challenge, led by Bonta and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, argues Kennedy’s vaccine panel appointments and alterations to the immunization schedule were unlawful.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2026
Some critics also pointed out that the BBC did make significant alterations to Sunday's ceremony elsewhere.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Feb. 2026
The program formalizes alterations training to Nordstrom’s service standards while expanding access for skilled sewers seeking to enter or pivot into tailoring careers.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
But for Bashara, the most important aspects to consider in assessing potential are the home’s foundation, roof, and the extent of previous alterations.
—Staff Author, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
The design of the mikvah was approved with another long list of conditions including things like alterations on the type of window glass, exterior lighting, facade materials and landscaping.
—Lauren Costantino
february 11, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
The Usher’s Office located the shop’s owner, who opened his shop that evening and made alterations on a morning suit using Dad’s measurements.
—John Wrory Ficklin, Time, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alterations
Noun
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This is a year of new beginnings, adventures and major changes.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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The first half started with 10 lead changes before Michigan went on a 11-0 run to go up 30-20.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Understanding those waves, and being able to use Einstein’s relativity to account for the arrival time differences at different locations, is key to pinpointing where those gravitational wave signals originate from.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
25 Feb. 2026
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Organisers are awaiting the federal funding to reconcile the differences.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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In December, lawmakers proposed modifications to a bill originally intended to protect the fliers from being taken down.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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March 27 Home repairs and modifications for aging in place, presented by Alex Morena and Servpro.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Alterations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alterations. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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