1
as in revising
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 adjusting
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 editing
Apple computers have come with text-editing software since the original Mac was released, in 1984; the current iteration of the program launched in the mid-nineties and has survived relatively unchanged.
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Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2025
Starting fresh, scientists will be able to illuminate the mysteries of metabolism, development, and perhaps even consciousness in ways that editing genes cannot support.
—Big Think, 20 Oct. 2025
Without editing tools and social media apps lingering in the background, Quigley finds there’s less stress around getting the perfect shot.
—Liz Regalia, Parents, 20 Oct. 2025
Letters are subject to editing.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Oct. 2025
John also has some editing duties.
—Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2025
The late filmmaker was a dear friend of Scorsese’s, and Morris happened to be editing his memoir, Million Dollar Movie.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Etminan’s editing routine also deviated from his standard practice.
—Hugh Hart, IndieWire, 17 Oct. 2025
Kurt's key takeaways Apple's new Preview app in iOS 26 makes editing and scanning documents easier than ever.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2025
Starting fresh, scientists will be able to illuminate the mysteries of metabolism, development, and perhaps even consciousness in ways that editing genes cannot support.
—Big Think, 20 Oct. 2025
Without editing tools and social media apps lingering in the background, Quigley finds there’s less stress around getting the perfect shot.
—Liz Regalia, Parents, 20 Oct. 2025
Letters are subject to editing.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Oct. 2025
John also has some editing duties.
—Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2025
The late filmmaker was a dear friend of Scorsese’s, and Morris happened to be editing his memoir, Million Dollar Movie.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Etminan’s editing routine also deviated from his standard practice.
—Hugh Hart, IndieWire, 17 Oct. 2025
Kurt's key takeaways Apple's new Preview app in iOS 26 makes editing and scanning documents easier than ever.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for editing
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However, the report concluded that the school had taken extensive corrective actions, such as increasing surveillance video placement, revising reporting protocols and enhancing staff training.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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While revising this novel, my left eyebrow fell out from stress.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Oct. 2025
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The arm uses high-precision torque sensors distributed across its length to detect external forces in real time, adjusting its motion through impedance control for smoother, more natural operations.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
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During the second episode, Christen opened up about the sacrifices she's had to make for Jared's career and her experience adjusting to a new city.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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Continue reading … DORM BLOODSHED – Violence rocks Oklahoma State campus leaving several wounded.—
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FOXNews.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Beverly also worked around a bunch of really nosy people, many of whom were good at reading upside down.—
Brad Schmitt,
Nashville Tennessean,
20 Oct. 2025
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How are Metcalfe Park area residents are adapting to life without a full-service grocery store?—
Steven Martinez,
jsonline.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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Giving the insects and wildlife support in the winter is a great way of adapting more sustainable gardening practices.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
18 Oct. 2025
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While Metro Express will offer upgrades to commuters heading to Metrorail, the new service also means reworking other local bus routes along the busway.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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Tillman spent the summer reworking his body and dialing in his shot.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
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Neither Baicker nor Bitton, the Harvard professor, has studied Mango House, but both see the clinic’s strength as tailoring care to the local community.—
Helen Ouyang,
The Atlantic,
21 Oct. 2025
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Those little details make all the difference when tailoring clothes to look effortless.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
16 Oct. 2025
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While publishing La Femme dans la Cité, Nardal founded the group Le Rassemblement féminin Martiniquais (Martinican Women’s Assembly).—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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An editor verified the accuracy of the information before publishing.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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And congressional elections this Sunday are expected to further go against his party, putting additional pressure on the currency.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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But today, wearable tech and nano-cameras are putting even upstanding poker players on their guard.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Editing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/editing. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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