modernizing

verb

present participle of modernize
as in updating
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 modernizing 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 The World Bank has poured hundreds of millions of dollars into grants for modernizing the Syrian financial sector, restoring water access, and bolstering its healthcare system. — Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026 The survey also shows that modernizing POS systems helped executives reach and surpass objectives—and with better outcomes. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026 Ryan undertook extensive restoration work after acquiring Castleton, modernizing the home without sacrificing its historic character. — Mark David, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026 The agency is working with states on modernizing SNAP EBT systems, including introducing chip cards. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026 Fedorov, a popular minister credited with modernizing Ukraine’s armed forces and accelerating the military’s embrace of technology and drone warfare, was dismissed last month after reportedly falling out with the country’s top military commander. — ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026 Streamlining permitting, modernizing regulations, encouraging greater private investment and prioritizing projects that support long-term economic growth are not about cutting corners. — Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modernizing
  1. updating
  2. redesigning
  3. streamlining
  4. remaking
Verb
  • Fixing merge conflicts, reviewing a small PR, or updating documentation are jobs where a mid-tier model often performs well at a lower cost.
    — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • How much of the Red Wings’ current approach needs an overhaul remains to be seen — but that’s exactly what the next GM will be evaluating and updating upon arrival.
    — Max Bultman, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of updating
Verb
  • What constitutes noncompliance, and what penalties follow if Meta complies with the letter of the agreement while redesigning the product around its edges?
    — Carolina Rossini, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Rancho Cordova officials are moving ahead with plans for a new community center, including purchasing two existing buildings in the city and redesigning them as a single plaza.
    — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of redesigning
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  • That macro backdrop may also help explain why bitcoin has continued to rally even as enthusiasm has cooled for the the CLARITY Act, legislation aimed at streamlining the structure of the crypto market.
    — Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The platform both exhibits microdramas uploaded by users and connects potential creative collaborators in this space while streamlining their workflow, like an all-in-one combination of ReelShort, YouTube and StaffMeUp.
    — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of streamlining
Verb
  • 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
  • The activation builds on Encore’s launch last February, remaking its old loyalty program.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of remaking

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“Modernizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modernizing. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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