1
as in alterations
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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2
as in fluctuations
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 modifies
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 shifts
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
the weather in New England is constantly changing
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as in exchanges
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 changes
Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Now, a new jury will hear details of the brutal crime as Braddy again faces execution due to changes in Florida’s death penalty law.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
In a season when the team knew kickoffs would become more valuable because of touchback rule changes, the Chiefs were behind the curve on kickoff placement and freeing up their returners in the open field.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Motorists should be alert for sudden changes in visibility due to the areas of dense fog.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the staff changes had not yet been announced.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
The New York Mets are sure to make roster changes this offseason after missing the playoffs this season.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Now, Envision organizers are announcing a host of changes and upgrades designed to optimize the 2026 edition.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2025
The resignations follow Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and reinstatement at ABC, editorial changes made at CBS News, and other apparent concessions made to Trump across the media landscape.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 10 Nov. 2025
Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
With scoring guards like Chris Paul II, Christian Rogers and Ean Britt, Sanders changes things with his ability to protect the rim — and score easy baskets around the rim — from guard penetration.
—Tarek Fattal, Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
Why this new tool changes the threat landscape The tool behind these attacks is called ErrTraffic.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
In soccer, countries and cities bid to host the Champions League and World Cup finals; the Olympics changes every four years and even the Super Bowl in the NFL moves around the United States, with cities and franchises trying to one-up one another.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Spillovers into other flashpoints The longer-term risk is not Venezuela itself, but whether the episode changes political behavior in other parts of the world.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2026
For families, this changes the rhythm of travel.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
That shift fundamentally changes how an apartment functions and feels to be inside.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
Rather, the Total Portfolio Approach changes how managers make investment decisions.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
Noun
There were four lead changes and neither team led by more than 5.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Now, a new jury will hear details of the brutal crime as Braddy again faces execution due to changes in Florida’s death penalty law.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
In a season when the team knew kickoffs would become more valuable because of touchback rule changes, the Chiefs were behind the curve on kickoff placement and freeing up their returners in the open field.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Motorists should be alert for sudden changes in visibility due to the areas of dense fog.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the staff changes had not yet been announced.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
The New York Mets are sure to make roster changes this offseason after missing the playoffs this season.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Now, Envision organizers are announcing a host of changes and upgrades designed to optimize the 2026 edition.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2025
The resignations follow Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and reinstatement at ABC, editorial changes made at CBS News, and other apparent concessions made to Trump across the media landscape.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 10 Nov. 2025
Verb
StubHub is on dynamic pricing that changes by supply and demand.
—Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
With scoring guards like Chris Paul II, Christian Rogers and Ean Britt, Sanders changes things with his ability to protect the rim — and score easy baskets around the rim — from guard penetration.
—Tarek Fattal, Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
Why this new tool changes the threat landscape The tool behind these attacks is called ErrTraffic.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
In soccer, countries and cities bid to host the Champions League and World Cup finals; the Olympics changes every four years and even the Super Bowl in the NFL moves around the United States, with cities and franchises trying to one-up one another.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Spillovers into other flashpoints The longer-term risk is not Venezuela itself, but whether the episode changes political behavior in other parts of the world.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2026
For families, this changes the rhythm of travel.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
That shift fundamentally changes how an apartment functions and feels to be inside.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
Rather, the Total Portfolio Approach changes how managers make investment decisions.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for changes
Noun
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The break was necessary, though uncomfortable, to make some alterations before allowing this work to become my lifestyle again.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The latest round of alterations raises questions about the meningococcal ACWY vaccine, for example.—
Isabella Cueto,
STAT,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Neila Roa, carrying her 5-month-old baby, sells packs of cigarettes to passersby, having to monitor daily fluctuations in currency to adjust the price.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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Neila Roa, carrying her 5-month-old baby, sells packs of cigarettes to passersby, having to monitor daily fluctuations in currency to adjust the price.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The new law adds homeowner protections, establishing a registry for heir properties and modifies tax sale redemption rules.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
28 Dec. 2025
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The subtlety decreases as Elvira further modifies her body in anticipation of the ball.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
23 Dec. 2025
Verb
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After the midterm elections are over, the focus gradually shifts to the next presidential election, and the incumbent president increasingly limps like a lame duck.—
Susan Shelley,
Oc Register,
4 Jan. 2026
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By the weekend, the Libra Moon shifts attention to your money and values sector, encouraging balance around spending, earning, and self-worth.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Bessent insists the rescue isn’t a bailout because under the currency swap agreement Argentina exchanges pesos for dollars.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
20 Oct. 2025
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Miami field goal After each team exchanges punts, Miami’s Carter Davis kicks a 41-yard field goal to get UM back within four of Louisville.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In one sketch, a husband and wife decide to get a divorce due to irreconcilable political differences.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
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Nutrient Comparison Oats and almonds are both packed with nutrition, but there are some important differences between the two.—
Brianna Tobritzhofer,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Casimir said the plates would act as a kind of guillotine for the electromagnetic field, chopping off long-wavelength oscillations in a way that would skew the zero-point energy.—
George Musser,
Quanta Magazine,
5 Jan. 2026
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Operators gain visibility into oscillations, congestion, and system-wide stability.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Under the influence for the first time, the drug trip alters her sense of morals to deadly, comedic proportions.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
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The order alters the timeline for decommissioning Schahfer, according to the statement, but NIPCSO’s long-term plan to transition to sustainable energy remains unchanged.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
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“Changes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/changes. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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