alters

present tense third-person singular of alter
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as in fixes
to remove the sex organs of contends that cats and dogs that have been altered make better pets

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Recent Examples of alters Pressure alters magnetism For the experiments, the research team used tiny crystals of manganese telluride (MnTe) and iron sulfide (FeS). — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026 In that scene, Rhys Harries impressively alters his own features without makeup. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 If a clinic changes hands, closes or alters its protocols, and that has already happened across the telehealth sector, that documentation is what lets a new provider pick up a safe taper. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026 Joshi and other doctors are calling for additional training to help surgeons understand how AI alters facial images, its anatomical limitations and its potential psychological effects on patients. — Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026 But each translation error sends a correction signal backward through the network that slightly alters the weights that produced it. — Quanta Magazine, 12 Oct. 2026 The Skydance deal alters the media landscape, creating a competitor with the potential to rival Netflix, Disney and Amazon. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026 As the switch’s magnet moves closer to its dedicated sensor, its changing magnetic field alters the voltage produced across the sensor’s semiconductor element. — ArsTechnica, 5 Oct. 2026 Don’t take anything that alters your judgment or leaves you dependent on others to keep you safe. — Jennifer Obel, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alters
Verb
  • When transitioning from hard flooring to rugs or carpets, the system automatically adjusts suction levels and modifies its brush roll behavior to maximize particle pickup while preventing hair entanglements around the main rollers.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026
  • In anticipation of the court ruling, a law passed by the Illinois General Assembly in June modifies the state residency requirement that applies to students without permanent legal status.
    — Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Apart from new features, the software update also fixes several bugs in Health, Shortcuts, app tracking, and other areas.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026
  • If a customer fixes an address but later messages or decisions still use the old one, the correction may not have reached every system.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Beyond internal efficiency, the unit changes how heavy home loads receive power during an emergency.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
  • But remember, November cannot be, and will not be, what changes America.
    — Seth Limmer, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • On the chance Prop 40 passes, Prop 42 also effectively neuters the other measure by preventing any new retroactive tax, as 40 does.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Retinol also remodels and thickens that deeper layer of skin.
    — Sherri Gordon, HEALTH, 31 Aug. 2026
  • More than just structural support For decades, scientists have known that bone provides support, stores minerals and continuously remodels itself.
    — Priya Bhardwaj, The Conversation, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • This recipe transforms a handful of pantry staples into a rich, creamy rice pudding.
    — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026
  • In the second film of the two-part blockbuster, Elphaba’s spell to save Prince Fiyero’s life unwittingly transforms him into a scarecrow.
    — Victoria Hoffmann, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2026

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“Alters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alters. Accessed 5 Nov. 2026.

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