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as in revised
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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as in adjusted
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 edited
This interview has been edited and condensed.
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Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The following interview has been edited and condensed for clarity and length.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 22 Apr. 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
Today’s edition of 5 Things AM was edited and produced by CNN’s Andrew Torgan.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
It was reviewed and edited by our journalists.
—Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
The conversation has been edited for clarity and brevity.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
This interview has been edited and condensed, but the full version is available on the 12 Questions Podcast.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Burr wood, custom art, and velvet furnishings are edited to a just-right mix, while bathrooms feature sculptural marble sinks and fragrant toiletries by London apothecary Anatomē.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The following interview has been edited and condensed for clarity and length.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 22 Apr. 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
Today’s edition of 5 Things AM was edited and produced by CNN’s Andrew Torgan.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
It was reviewed and edited by our journalists.
—Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
The conversation has been edited for clarity and brevity.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
This interview has been edited and condensed, but the full version is available on the 12 Questions Podcast.
—Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Burr wood, custom art, and velvet furnishings are edited to a just-right mix, while bathrooms feature sculptural marble sinks and fragrant toiletries by London apothecary Anatomē.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edited
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Shares fell 1% after the company on Thursday revised its first-quarter guidance downward.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2026
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In 2013, Bilmes revised her estimations—and concluded the cost was actually closer to $4 trillion to $6 trillion.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Other competitors were operated by remote control, with finishing times adjusted to reflect the different categories.—
Janis Mackey Frayer,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
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Both are well adjusted, easygoing and comfortable around other animals.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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Last year, that committee dramatically reworked Bass’ budget, shifting cuts to other parts of the city workforce.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The kitchen has been reworked with premium appliances, along with integrated marble sinks.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Apr. 2026
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And if investing in equipment isn’t an option, bodyweight exercises like squats, push-ups, lunges, crunches and planks engage multiple muscle groups and can be adapted for any fitness level.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Users share research, pictures, videos, drawings and memes from major school shootings — with Columbine the dominant obsession — and connect through a series of ever-changing hashtags, adapted to avoid content restrictions.—
Meena Duerson,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
25 Apr. 2026
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View Offers Or register for a free account to read just this article.—
Mark O’Connell,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Much of his free-agent maneuvering over the past month was tailored to new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel’s game plan for 2026, based on the success McDaniel had with a quick and nimble attack during his four seasons as the Miami Dolphins’ head coach.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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Starbucks uses ChatGPT to suggest drinks based on mood as expert warns of hidden downsides – Starbucks has launched a beta integration with ChatGPT, allowing customers to receive customized beverage recommendations tailored to their mood, taste, and even the weather.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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When Benedict Nicolson published a seminal monograph on the artist in 1968, his subtitle was Painter of Light.—
Julian Bell,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Research published last year on Japanese nursing homes found that robot adoption reduced worker quit rates and was associated with better care quality.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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Sharpe said traditionally French cuisine has been looked at as the standard, and chefs have conformed to fit that standard.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Martin highlighted the findings, which mostly conformed to his expectations but still surprised him in the magnitude of the angst over the work situationship.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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