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as in altering
to limit the meaning of (as a noun)
adjectives are words that modify nouns, while adverbs can modify adjectives and verbs
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as in changing
to make different in some way
he modified the appliance so that it would run more quietly
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Recent Examples of modifying
Analysts today describe an institution constrained by shortages of fuel and spare parts and increasingly dependent on domestic improvisation — modifying, repurposing and cannibalizing older systems to keep them operational.
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Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
Optimizing the post-booking phase isn't simply a matter of applying new technology or modifying the retailing strategy.
—Juan Pablo Lafosse, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates, Cape Cod’s legislative branch of its regional government, has approved modifying the language of the patriotic ceremony held at the beginning of every meeting.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 25 May 2026
Rather than building files from scratch in tools like Illustrator or CAD software, users can generate complete designs by modifying parameters such as dimensions, text, layout and decorative elements.
—New Atlas, 24 May 2026
The method developed by the SKKU and Kyungpook National University team attempts to address these costs by modifying the internal structure of cobalt oxide.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026
Similarly, modifying diet or exercise to lose fat or gain muscle can be quite healthy, but abusing amphetamines to suppress appetite – a widespread practice in looksmaxxing – is dangerous and points to a mental health issue.
—Jordyn Tovey, The Conversation, 22 May 2026
Those included adding desks or modifying office space to make more efficient use of workplaces; shifting the location of employees’ workstations based on surplus office space; and working with California’s Department of General Services to potentially use additional space in Sacramento.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
And SpaceX is modifying three pads in the Cape Canaveral area — Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Launch Complex 37-A and 37-B at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station — to accommodate Starship launches.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 13 May 2026
Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
Optimizing the post-booking phase isn't simply a matter of applying new technology or modifying the retailing strategy.
—Juan Pablo Lafosse, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates, Cape Cod’s legislative branch of its regional government, has approved modifying the language of the patriotic ceremony held at the beginning of every meeting.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 25 May 2026
Rather than building files from scratch in tools like Illustrator or CAD software, users can generate complete designs by modifying parameters such as dimensions, text, layout and decorative elements.
—New Atlas, 24 May 2026
The method developed by the SKKU and Kyungpook National University team attempts to address these costs by modifying the internal structure of cobalt oxide.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026
Similarly, modifying diet or exercise to lose fat or gain muscle can be quite healthy, but abusing amphetamines to suppress appetite – a widespread practice in looksmaxxing – is dangerous and points to a mental health issue.
—Jordyn Tovey, The Conversation, 22 May 2026
Those included adding desks or modifying office space to make more efficient use of workplaces; shifting the location of employees’ workstations based on surplus office space; and working with California’s Department of General Services to potentially use additional space in Sacramento.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
And SpaceX is modifying three pads in the Cape Canaveral area — Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Launch Complex 37-A and 37-B at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station — to accommodate Starship launches.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifying
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Outside experts said the medications may affect cancer growth through several pathways, including reducing inflammation, altering tumor metabolism and improving immune system activity.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
23 May 2026
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The face of the moon never looks the same from one night to the next, as the shifting angle between the moon and sun causes sunlight to sweep across its surface, altering the shadows cast by craters, mountain ranges and ravines.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
23 May 2026
Verb
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The menu is ever changing, always encompassing new flavors as the seasons change.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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At the same time, your minds and bodies are changing.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
Verb
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His debut short The Last Dance premiered in 2025 and screened at over 40 festivals worldwide, winning multiple awards and qualifying for BAFTA and BIFA.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
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Look for rebates and tax credits Many utility companies, manufacturers and government programs are still offering rebates or tax incentives for qualifying high-efficiency HVAC systems.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
Verb
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Some home improvements can be expensive, such as adding central air conditioning or remodeling an entire room of your house.—
Hiranmayi Srinivasan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2026
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That same year, Weinstock’s began remodeling its department store.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Since acquiring Foot Locker, Dick’s has sought to take advantage of its sprawling store footprint and unique customer demographic while also doing the hard work of closing underperforming stores, reworking the assortment and changing store formats.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
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The former group of employees is less sure about using AI without compromising company data, haven’t made as much progress on reworking their team and worker tasks around AI, and aren’t as aware of buzzy trends like vibe coding.—
John Kell,
Fortune,
27 May 2026
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“Modifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifying. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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