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to make different in some way
he modified the appliance so that it would run more quietly
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Recent Examples of modified
Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Although in the hours before splashdown, all eyes were on their spacecraft’s heat shield — which NASA previously said was flawed, according to The New York Times — NASA developed a modified path for the Artemis II mission in order to keep the crew safe during re-entry.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
These are the Starship vehicle’s upper stage under development by SpaceX and a modified Blue Moon lander being built by Blue Origin.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 8 Apr. 2026
Shortly after going into production, Austin Healey put the 100-4 to the ultimate test at the 1953 24 Hours of Le Mans, entering two modified cars and finishing the race in 12th and 14th place.
—Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2026
The delivery company's retail locations will be open with modified hours, and shipping will be limited to FedEx Custom Critical and FedEx Logistics.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
These foods are industrial products made with multiple ingredients, including additives such as emulsifiers, preservatives, and modified starches.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 4 Apr. 2026
Based on a modified Airbus Do-DT25 target drone, the Bird of Prey isn't related to the earlier Airbus concept of the same name.
—David Szondy
april 04, New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2026
From 1980 to 1983, a modified LP 400 S served as the safety car during the Monaco Grand Prix.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
John Cassidy, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Not to be redistributed, copied, or modified in any way.
—ArsTechnica, 20 Apr. 2026
Some exhibitions have been modified due to shipping delays, reports the Art Newspaper.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Late last month, the department modified its guidance for outside law firms to clarify expectations about working excess hours.
—Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Like past reauthorizations, FISA 702's renewal has sparked a protracted debate on Capitol Hill over if and how the tool should be modified.
—Eric McDaniel, NPR, 17 Apr. 2026
Unlike proprietary models, these open-source systems can be downloaded, modified, and run by anyone.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Syringe cartridges modified to carry live ants are displayed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport law courts in Nairobi on March 17.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
This barge has also been modified to operate safely in international waters.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The photo was captured using a modified GoPro camera attached to one of Orion's four solar panels, which power the spacecraft by converting sunlight into usable electricity.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Although in the hours before splashdown, all eyes were on their spacecraft’s heat shield — which NASA previously said was flawed, according to The New York Times — NASA developed a modified path for the Artemis II mission in order to keep the crew safe during re-entry.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
These are the Starship vehicle’s upper stage under development by SpaceX and a modified Blue Moon lander being built by Blue Origin.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 8 Apr. 2026
Shortly after going into production, Austin Healey put the 100-4 to the ultimate test at the 1953 24 Hours of Le Mans, entering two modified cars and finishing the race in 12th and 14th place.
—Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2026
The delivery company's retail locations will be open with modified hours, and shipping will be limited to FedEx Custom Critical and FedEx Logistics.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
These foods are industrial products made with multiple ingredients, including additives such as emulsifiers, preservatives, and modified starches.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 4 Apr. 2026
Based on a modified Airbus Do-DT25 target drone, the Bird of Prey isn't related to the earlier Airbus concept of the same name.
—David Szondy
april 04, New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2026
From 1980 to 1983, a modified LP 400 S served as the safety car during the Monaco Grand Prix.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
In 2023, these agreements were modified to say that fans would be able to travel at cost.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Not to be redistributed, copied, or modified in any way.
—ArsTechnica, 20 Apr. 2026
Some exhibitions have been modified due to shipping delays, reports the Art Newspaper.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Late last month, the department modified its guidance for outside law firms to clarify expectations about working excess hours.
—Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Like past reauthorizations, FISA 702's renewal has sparked a protracted debate on Capitol Hill over if and how the tool should be modified.
—Eric McDaniel, NPR, 17 Apr. 2026
Unlike proprietary models, these open-source systems can be downloaded, modified, and run by anyone.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Syringe cartridges modified to carry live ants are displayed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport law courts in Nairobi on March 17.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
This barge has also been modified to operate safely in international waters.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modified
Verb
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During the proceedings in Texas, her parents shared how their lives have been forever altered by her death.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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Backup center Goga Bitadze swatted away four shots and altered several others.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
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So when Brighton & Hove Albion came to Tottenham on Saturday, De Zerbi changed it.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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Mitchell Robinson changed the game off the bench.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The restricted activities would include running ornamental fountains, noncommercial pressure washing and car washing, among several others.—
Drew Kann,
AJC.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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However, a small set of rooms in the Palace wing is not accessible to those with restricted mobility.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Over the month the labor force grew by 17,000, the same as the number of people qualified as unemployed.—
Jim Turner,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
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Iran’s team has qualified and is scheduled to play in the Los Angeles area and in Seattle in June.—
Yarden Segev,
NBC news,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The former clubhouse was remodeled into Trinity Christian College’s administration building, and the original curriculum focused on philosophy, history, English and theology.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Three Placer County Walmart stores are set to be remodeled this year as part of a nationwide effort by Walmart to update its stores.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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China replied with a limited list of individual companies that were allowed to sell to China, but without explanation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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People may benefit from a structured, straightforward assessment process conducted by qualified professionals, offering faster access and easier navigation compared to traditional models with long waitlists and limited specialists.—
Lucy Jones
April 11,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Last year, that committee dramatically reworked Bass’ budget, shifting cuts to other parts of the city workforce.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The kitchen has been reworked with premium appliances, along with integrated marble sinks.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Gemini May 21 – June 20 Get specific about what’s actually worth your money and energy today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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May 21 – June 20 Get specific about what’s actually worth your money and energy today.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Modified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modified. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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