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as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
the positive change in our students' attitude toward people who are somehow different was a long and gradual process
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as in fluctuation
the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another
there is nothing so constant as change itself
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as in money
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
she spent quite a chunk of change on that car
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as in to modify
to make different in some way
my wife has changed the look of our living room more times than we care to remember
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as in to vary
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
the weather in New England is constantly changing
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Recent Examples of change
Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
Might Curb Your Cravings ACV might reduce cravings caused by continual blood sugar changes.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 24 Sep. 2025
Sara Holdren, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
An employee that stayed close to Ramos and Pegasus during his recent Holtz visit, for example, closely monitored the interactions, making sure the kids cleaned their hands properly and, at times, changed gowns following their interactions with the horse.
—Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
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Noun
After years of turbulent leadership changes and several weeks under the guidance of a temporary police chief, the city of Independence is taking steps that leaders hope will boost residents’ trust in its police department.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
Might Curb Your Cravings ACV might reduce cravings caused by continual blood sugar changes.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
Through the compassionate yet rigorous structures of restorative justice and the generosity of two people who might have spent their lives hating him, Dunne changed course.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
An employee that stayed close to Ramos and Pegasus during his recent Holtz visit, for example, closely monitored the interactions, making sure the kids cleaned their hands properly and, at times, changed gowns following their interactions with the horse.
—Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for change
Noun
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However, these don’t exhibit such dramatic alterations in brightness.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Sep. 2025
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Soft drink consumption and depression mediated by gut microbiome alterations.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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That led to allegations that Ticketmaster was using its controversial dynamic pricing model, which allows for price fluctuations based on demand.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
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The process also faces accuracy issues, as fluctuations in parameter optimization can impact control over shape and size.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Sep. 2025
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Antifa International raises money through standing campaigns on Patreon, FundRazr, and the Action Network, a fundraising platform used to mobilize support for left-wing causes.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Sep. 2025
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The industry's value balloons to at least $3 billion when counting money spent by private schools and in higher education, according to another report from data analytics firm Omdia.—
Tonya Simpson,
ABC News,
24 Sep. 2025
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After graduating from college, Pendleton began her career as a cartographic engineer, designing and modifying maps at the dawn of the computer age.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
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Last year, Decker’s ex-wife, Whitney Decker, reportedly filed a petition to modify the family’s parenting plan, citing his worsening mental health issues.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Inclusions will vary widely as some destinations allow for more independence on the itinerary.—
Mary Curry,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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Both continents coexist and compete to produce the most influential companies in financial technology, though the paths taken and outcomes achieved often vary widely.—
Aman Ghei,
Fortune,
27 Sep. 2025
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Regulators caught off-guard News of Tesla’s Bay Area robotaxi plans unsettled regulators at the California State Transportation Agency and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), according to the emails exchanged on July 25, which were seen by Reuters.—
Chris Kirkham,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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Once at the ranch, an argument broke out, threats were exchanged and several people including Madrigal, Murillo and others all fired their guns, according to the plea agreement.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Sep. 2025
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And here, roundabouts make a major difference because drivers don’t turn left in front of oncoming traffic.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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But its differences will also keep it fresh, since Borderland has a sci-fi twist to it, whereas Squid Game is grounded in the real world.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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For example, if an electric motor normally draws 20 A at 100 Hz oscillation, an unexplained 30 A or 150 Hz jump could signal bearing damage.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Sep. 2025
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During my outdoor run, the SE 3 also measured my calories, distance, elevation gain, pace, time, and advanced form metrics like power, vertical oscillation, ground contact time, and stride length.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Change.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/change. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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