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edit

verb

ˈe-dət How to pronounce edit (audio)
Definition of editnext
1
as in to revise
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating the publisher edited a new version of its best-selling school dictionary

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2
as in to adjust
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation the restaurant chef has edited several of his gourmet dishes for preparation by the home cook

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Recent Examples of edit Liza brings over two decades of editing experience, with a primary focus on long-form storytelling. — Bob Guccione Jr, SPIN, 18 Sep. 2026 Lauren Swift writes, edits, and produces multimedia content for Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader. — Lauren Swift, AJC.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Ivy films, edits, and publishes all of the organization’s social media content. — Meg Dunn, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026 After identifying 347 genes related to carbon storage and root growth, scientists were able to edit the plants' DNA and create ones with roots that penetrate the soil further down. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for edit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edit
  1. revise
  2. adjust
  3. read
  4. adapt
  5. rework
  6. tailor
  7. publish
  8. put
Verb
  • But the Planning Commission, whose five members are appointed by San Bernardino County supervisors, ordered the geologist to revise his findings and granted the vested rights to the quarry.
    — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
  • In truth, the German economy has shown signs of recovery since the start of this year, leading economic research institutes to revise their full year growth forecasts upward.
    — , CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of revise
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  • In 2025, however, foundation giving increased by just 3 percent (again, adjusted for inflation).
    — Phil Buchanan, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Watering thoroughly and mulching are essential to help plants adjust after transplanting.
    — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of adjust
Verb
  • That, even if someone else read the words, perhaps some part of it could be withheld, could be sheltered.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
  • After reading the script, watching the documentary, and meeting Peedom, Hiddleston signed up for the project, which led him to climb to Everest’s base camp alongside the director, Phuntsok, and a high-altitude medical specialist.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of read
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  • Linear Television is Not Dead The third panel explored how broadcasters and platforms are adapting to a rapidly changing audiovisual landscape.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Even when the effects are more subtle, the relationship between genome and transposon seems to sometimes go deeper than that of a host adapting to an invading, self-interested genetic force.
    — Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of adapt
Verb
  • The power plant features titanium headers and an Akrapovič silencer for the exhaust, and is allowed to breathe through a massive front intake that required reworking the steering head.
    — Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Apple has reworked its optical and electrical heart rate sensors, and now the watch measures your heart rate every five seconds throughout the day instead of only periodically, as the Series 11 does.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of rework
Verb
  • This multi-material capability gives greater design flexibility to tailor the performance, versatility, and shape of complex components.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026
  • American chains trade on their brand names and signature products, but many tailor their menus to appeal to Chinese customers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of tailor
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  • Reading the manifesto after it was published in the press, Ted’s brother and sister-in-law recognized his writing style.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The capstone pathway is based on a curriculum published by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and includes three tests in two years.
    — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of publish
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  • The pope, who has made sounding the alarm about the risks of AI a central part of his 16-month papacy, put the issue at the heart of his visit to France.
    — Joshua McElwee, Arkansas Online, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The event features 36 holes of stroke play Saturday and Sunday, and then takes the top 64 and puts them in a single elimination match-play bracket that begins on Monday and ends with a 36-hole championship match on Thursday.
    — Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
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“Edit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edit. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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