as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
the rough draft needed only a few modifications before it was ready to hand in
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Recent Examples of modification
Homeowners with outdoor space can sidestep interior modifications entirely with a freestanding sauna on a slab or gravel pad.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 25,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Sits on gravel or a deck with no interior modifications needed.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 25,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
And 2-10 also won’t cover code upgrades or ductwork modifications needed to finish a repair.
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Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
To pursue a cap, then, owners likely will have to keep proposing that setup throughout these negotiations, but with modifications.
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Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
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Allison Palmer
updated June 25,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Sits on gravel or a deck with no interior modifications needed.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 25,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
And 2-10 also won’t cover code upgrades or ductwork modifications needed to finish a repair.
—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
To pursue a cap, then, owners likely will have to keep proposing that setup throughout these negotiations, but with modifications.
—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for modification
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modification
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The Fish and Wildlife Service says habitat alteration has reduced its range and abundance, because the butterflies need specific food plants and places to live and grow during critical stages of their life cycle.
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This data can be helpful in tracking changes in body composition due to alterations in patient diet, exercise level, or drug treatments.
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But that requires several changes to state law and the Colorado Constitution requires ballot measures address only one subject.
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Consider rearranging a corner of your home, because practical changes can lift your mood and productivity.
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Hobbs said the difference is that federal agencies often warned states of threats before attacks occurred.
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Aside from resting starters, getting players off the bench for valuable time on the pitch could be the difference as the competition gets tougher.
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“Modification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modification. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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