as in alterations
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 modifications
Traditional public health efforts have focused on cancer screening, tobacco cessation and lifestyle modifications.
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Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Engineers can address operability concerns while modifications remain easier and less costly.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
Under the old system (GT1 and GT2), the ACO published a rulebook with acceptable modifications; automakers would build their cars to those rules and then go racing to see who was fastest.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
At the earliest, any modifications to the current policy on admissions may be implemented for the first-year cohort entering university in Fall 2029.
—Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Martin accepted the offer and had to add some modifications to her property in Tarentum.
—Josh Taylor, CBS News, 11 June 2026
The new home will feature widened doorframes, roll-in showers and grab bars — modifications that Aaron Bechtol, construction vice president and veteran liaison for Helping a Hero, said go beyond comfort.
—Noah Daly
june 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2026
Heat pumps often require careful sizing, potential electrical upgrades, and, in some cases, ductwork modifications or supplemental systems for extreme temperatures.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 2 June 2026
When North was first spotted with a dermal piercing on her hand in September 2025, fans were quick to call out Kardashian for allowing her preteen daughter to undergo body modifications.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Engineers can address operability concerns while modifications remain easier and less costly.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
Under the old system (GT1 and GT2), the ACO published a rulebook with acceptable modifications; automakers would build their cars to those rules and then go racing to see who was fastest.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
At the earliest, any modifications to the current policy on admissions may be implemented for the first-year cohort entering university in Fall 2029.
—Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Martin accepted the offer and had to add some modifications to her property in Tarentum.
—Josh Taylor, CBS News, 11 June 2026
The new home will feature widened doorframes, roll-in showers and grab bars — modifications that Aaron Bechtol, construction vice president and veteran liaison for Helping a Hero, said go beyond comfort.
—Noah Daly
june 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2026
Heat pumps often require careful sizing, potential electrical upgrades, and, in some cases, ductwork modifications or supplemental systems for extreme temperatures.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 2 June 2026
When North was first spotted with a dermal piercing on her hand in September 2025, fans were quick to call out Kardashian for allowing her preteen daughter to undergo body modifications.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifications
Noun
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However, more and more retailers are now releasing petite-friendly styles, and Quince has excelled at crafting high-quality wardrobe essentials that don’t require any alterations.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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But with more than a month in between mandatory minicamp and training camp, there could still be some alterations made to the group of 91 players.—
Mike Kaye
June 16,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Noun
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If those targets hold up in service, the aircraft could help airlines lower operating costs and reduce emissions without requiring major changes to airport infrastructure.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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The state also plans to spend $55 million to hire 450 new employees at the Department of Human Services, including to help update the state's systems to comply with federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid eligibility.—
Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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By tracking subtle changes in starlight passing through WASP-121 b's atmosphere as the planet crossed in front of its star, researchers detected differences between atmospheric conditions at dawn and dusk, according to the study.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
16 June 2026
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There may be some differences between the audio and the text.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Modifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifications. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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