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as in improving
to make better
trying to amend the situation of the striking workers by supplying them with minimal food supplies
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as in correcting
to remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from
the Bill of Rights was adopted in an effort to amend a constitution that seemed to many to be deficient in guaranteeing individual rights
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as in reforming
to change one's behavior or character for the better
the judge had heard the defendant promise before that he would amend
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Recent Examples of amending
Use an organic liquid fertilizer every other week, then McDonald recommends amending the soil with a high phosphorous bone meal once the cucumber plant begins to flower.
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Heather Bien, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Hudson urged council to curb potentially discriminatory enforcement of the ordinance by amending it to require officers to issue a warning before citing drivers.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Many of us are no doubt amending those aspirations to include political freedom, security, and peace.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
Of the $40 million approved on Tuesday, about $14 million of the funds were for new awards, Coker said, and the remaining $26 million was to go to agencies who were amending their requests and asking for more money.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
The longer term solution will require amending current immigration laws.
—Federico Peña, Denver Post, 21 Feb. 2026
His bill has been sent to the House’s amending order for changes.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 20 Feb. 2026
While the commission approved amending the license, the change is contingent on the installation of a camera and a potential fence requirement, pending review from the city’s Transportation, Engineering and Development department.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
But with the June primary ballot deadline rapidly approaching, the delay likely nixes the possibility of the city amending its own tax before a possible statewide measure goes before voters.
—Calmatters, Oc Register, 29 Jan. 2026
Heather Bien, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Hudson urged council to curb potentially discriminatory enforcement of the ordinance by amending it to require officers to issue a warning before citing drivers.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Many of us are no doubt amending those aspirations to include political freedom, security, and peace.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
Of the $40 million approved on Tuesday, about $14 million of the funds were for new awards, Coker said, and the remaining $26 million was to go to agencies who were amending their requests and asking for more money.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
The longer term solution will require amending current immigration laws.
—Federico Peña, Denver Post, 21 Feb. 2026
His bill has been sent to the House’s amending order for changes.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 20 Feb. 2026
While the commission approved amending the license, the change is contingent on the installation of a camera and a potential fence requirement, pending review from the city’s Transportation, Engineering and Development department.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
But with the June primary ballot deadline rapidly approaching, the delay likely nixes the possibility of the city amending its own tax before a possible statewide measure goes before voters.
—Calmatters, Oc Register, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amending
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Strengthening labor laws, increasing the minimum wage and improving social safety nets like unemployment insurance are a few ways the government could step in to address lagging wage growth, Shierholz says.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Even outside the typical April-to-December season, crews have continued working during this month’s mild weather to remove dead branches and hazardous trees along parkways and medians — proactively improving safety, reliability and quality of life for residents citywide.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Later in 2025, Holland confirmed they were betrothed after correcting a reporter who referred to Zendaya as his girlfriend.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2026
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For some, correcting exemptions may bring the biggest savings, while challenging market value can help limit long-term increases.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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Trump is also scheduled to host a roundtable discussion with various pro and collegiate coaches, commissioners and athletes on reforming collegiate sports.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2026
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For founding members Amelia Fletcher and Rob Pursey, the reappraisal of this material was an opportunity to fly the Heavenly banner once again, reforming to play live for a new generation of fans and to start work on their first album in 30 years.—
Jude Noel,
Pitchfork,
4 Mar. 2026
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Ultimately, the performance of the IS system is commendable, effectively mitigating shake and enhancing viewing stability.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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Adele's take on the shade honors her red roots, the choice enhancing her natural features for a lit-from-within glow.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
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The nation has engineered remarkably cheap drone interceptors costing as little as $1,000, rewriting air defense playbooks across the region.—
Illia Novikov,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of getting a first job.—
Wilborn P. Nobles III,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Mar. 2026
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So why is the bond market behaving in such a weird way?—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2026
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The cops were there in response to 911 calls about a disorderly mob of adult idiots behaving like unruly 7-year-olds.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
1 Mar. 2026
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There is a dearth of curries in New York—something chef Vijay Kumar, of Dhamaka, Adda, and Semma, has been steadily remedying in recent years.—
Elena Clavarino,
Air Mail,
21 Feb. 2026
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The city invested a $125 million grant package to aid in remedying flood concerns in June.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Amending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amending. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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