Thesaurus results for MODERNIZE

modernize

verb

ˈmä-dər-ˌnīz

Definition of modernize

as in to redesign

to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage a proposal to modernize the old school and bring it into the 21st century

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Recent Examples of modernize While modernizing nearly every surface and system, the home’s historic character remains at the forefront. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026 About $2 billion is being invested in modernizing and converting spaces in center city. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026 Owned by Cargill, the company is near completion of its nearly $100 million effort to modernize and expand its operations. — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2026 The retailer said the organizational shift is intended to connect its brand and digital operations more closely across the customer lifecycle and modernize its omnichannel experience. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for modernize

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For a traditional company with decades of legacy systems, using AI to redesign a core process may represent a major departure from the norm.

— Jeff DeGraff, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026
Federal courts considering the order have already found core sections legally void, ultra vires and likely unconstitutional, concluding that the executive branch has no authority to unilaterally redesign mail voting rules.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of redesign

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To maximize their effectiveness, the United States should build global support for refocusing their strategy, streamlining their operations, and making new investments in them.

— Anna Nelson, Foreign Affairs, 4 Sep. 2026
Even after efforts under Bass to streamline hiring and boost recruitment, Chief Jim McDonnell has warned that the department may not be adequately staffed in time for the 2028 Olympics.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of streamline

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From Carlsbad to Malibu to Santa Cruz, erosion is already remaking the maps of popular beaches in dramatic ways.

— Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
New York — After successfully remaking the Whopper, Burger King is now shifting its focus from patties to poultry.

— Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026

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