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
The team collected skin samples from the dolphins to measure DNA methylation patterns—biochemical modifications that determine which genes are activated—in order to estimate their biological ages.
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Hasmik Kirakosyan, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2026
Residents are then able to produce supplemental power to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint without the need for complex installations, structural modifications or utility interconnection agreements.
—Calvin Ball, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
Engineers designed a retracting platform and other modifications to showcase SOAC’s capabilities.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
There’s also a Qatari jet, which was gifted to Trump last year, that is undergoing modifications to be used as Air Force One, sparking legal, ethical and security concerns.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 21 Jan. 2026
Support modifications to infrastructure and private development projects where the hamsters are present.
—Noel Kirkpatrick, Treehugger, 20 Jan. 2026
Quartz watches, clocks and pieces that have undergone major modifications, as listed in the regulations, are excluded.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Barrett-Jackson does not give an estimate in its auction listing, but sixth-generation Ford Broncos can approach or even crest $100,000, depending on a lot of factors like condition and modifications.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
Months after garnering online buzz over her finger piercing in September, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West debuted a pair of new body modifications on her social media.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Hasmik Kirakosyan, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2026
Residents are then able to produce supplemental power to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint without the need for complex installations, structural modifications or utility interconnection agreements.
—Calvin Ball, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
Engineers designed a retracting platform and other modifications to showcase SOAC’s capabilities.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
There’s also a Qatari jet, which was gifted to Trump last year, that is undergoing modifications to be used as Air Force One, sparking legal, ethical and security concerns.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 21 Jan. 2026
Support modifications to infrastructure and private development projects where the hamsters are present.
—Noel Kirkpatrick, Treehugger, 20 Jan. 2026
Quartz watches, clocks and pieces that have undergone major modifications, as listed in the regulations, are excluded.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Barrett-Jackson does not give an estimate in its auction listing, but sixth-generation Ford Broncos can approach or even crest $100,000, depending on a lot of factors like condition and modifications.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
Months after garnering online buzz over her finger piercing in September, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West debuted a pair of new body modifications on her social media.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifications
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Luckily, Amazon’s fashion section has become a go-to destination for cozy, petite-friendly clothing that doesn't require pricey alterations or a fashion compromise.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2026
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If Bellinger goes back to the Yankees and Bichette signs with the Phillies, the rest of the Jays’ offseason likely will include only minor alterations.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2026
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Negotiations to avert a partial government shutdown are being complicated by Democratic demands that any changes to Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy be written into law by Congress.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Jan. 2026
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Brooklyn Nets Barring massive changes, the Nets will definitely function as a cap space team.—
Danny Leroux,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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The pursuers yelled taunts, threw bottles, and expected the two women to settle their differences with a fistfight, according to court records.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The bottom line Gold and silver serve different purposes in an investment portfolio, and 2026 is shaping up to be another year where those differences matter.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Modifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifications. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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