1
as in modified
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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2
as in shifted
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
the weather in New England is constantly changing
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3
as in exchanged
to give up (something) and take something else in return
would you mind changing your seat so my friends can sit together?
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Recent Examples of changed
What has changed is the breakout above $100, which is now occurring on meaningful volume and carrying the RSI to 77.
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Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 4 May 2026
That drama came out in 2000, but whether attitudes like those of Billy’s dad have changed much since then is open to debate.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Based on your experiences working with Scott on the two plays, has his behavior changed?
—Brent Lang, Variety, 4 May 2026
These Daytonas were initially unpopular with Rolex clients, but that quickly changed thanks to Paul Newman.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 May 2026
Losing Wagner changed the series in fundamental ways.
—Josh Robbins, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The fines for unregistered vehicles and expired tags haven’t changed.
—Hali Smith
may 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 May 2026
That has suddenly changed in the playoffs.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
ChargePoint just changed the EV charging game in America by unveiling its most powerful electric vehicle charger ever.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 4 May 2026
That drama came out in 2000, but whether attitudes like those of Billy’s dad have changed much since then is open to debate.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Based on your experiences working with Scott on the two plays, has his behavior changed?
—Brent Lang, Variety, 4 May 2026
These Daytonas were initially unpopular with Rolex clients, but that quickly changed thanks to Paul Newman.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 May 2026
Losing Wagner changed the series in fundamental ways.
—Josh Robbins, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The fines for unregistered vehicles and expired tags haven’t changed.
—Hali Smith
may 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 May 2026
That has suddenly changed in the playoffs.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
ChargePoint just changed the EV charging game in America by unveiling its most powerful electric vehicle charger ever.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for changed
Verb
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The property was originally approved in 2015 for 41 units and was modified in 2016 to 55 one-bedroom residential units with 79 parking spaces.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
4 May 2026
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Chair Yoga is a type of yoga that is modified to allow participants to perform all exercises seated.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Ever the optimist, Obama shifted out of his defensive posture.—
Peter Slevin,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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By the time cases reach the court, the focus has often shifted from prevention to maintenance and tertiary care.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Villagers also exchanged Chinese money.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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The proposals also come after leaders of the two countries had exchanged some of their harshest threats, Khan said, fueling fears that military hostilities could resume at any moment.—
Toqa Ezzidin,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Yet their meanings can be altered simply by changing context or editing a caption.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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But if our test cars are any indication of what’s possible during the ordering process, these accent colors can be altered or removed as would-be owners see fit.—
Bradley Iger,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Other surveys have varied widely on who is emerging as Bass’ strongest challenger, with support for Raman and Pratt fluctuating significantly across polls.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
7 May 2026
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Playoff officiating has also varied wildly relative to the regular season in recent years.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The two actors and co-owners of Wrexham AFC swapped Rolex Daytonas for two different red carpets this week.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
2 May 2026
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The teams also swapped 2024 seventh-round picks, and the Chiefs sent their selection to the Bills in a trade used to draft wide receiver Xavier Worthy.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
Verb
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The house next door to me could have been remodeled, and two ancient oaks could have been saved.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The three-bedroom, two-bathroom house was originally built in 1947 and has since been remodeled.—
Joyce Chen,
Architectural Digest,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Gas prices have fluctuated in recent days, following news of a fragile ceasefire on April 8.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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Apple shares fluctuated in late trading before dipping about 1%.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Changed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/changed. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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