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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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2
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
Housing experts suggest that modifying zoning laws to permit smaller lot sizes is the most effective approach to developing smaller, affordable homes.
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Brittney Melton, NPR, 2 Sep. 2025
At the highest level, a good story has to reflect its audience while modifying that reflection.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Still, Senate Republicans are generally opposed to modifying the tradition.
—Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2025
After a review by a special three-judge bench, the court issued a stay, modifying its previous directive.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
The Argentos, whose Broadway Stages company is headquartered on the boulevard, strenuously opposed the redesign, as did Lewis-Martin, who advocated inside the Adams administration for the project to be rolled back, eventually resulting in the DOT modifying the plan.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
The Nicasio proposal calls for modifying the spillway gates at Seeger Dam, which was constructed on Nicasio Creek in 1960 to create the reservoir.
—Adrian Rodriguez, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025
For now, Barron will continue taking hydroxychloroquine, a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) that can reduce the pain of arthritis and swelling and prevent joint damage.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Those that superficially implement AI, bolting tools onto current processes without modifying them, will falter.
—Jyothish R, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Brittney Melton, NPR, 2 Sep. 2025
At the highest level, a good story has to reflect its audience while modifying that reflection.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Still, Senate Republicans are generally opposed to modifying the tradition.
—Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2025
After a review by a special three-judge bench, the court issued a stay, modifying its previous directive.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
The Argentos, whose Broadway Stages company is headquartered on the boulevard, strenuously opposed the redesign, as did Lewis-Martin, who advocated inside the Adams administration for the project to be rolled back, eventually resulting in the DOT modifying the plan.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
The Nicasio proposal calls for modifying the spillway gates at Seeger Dam, which was constructed on Nicasio Creek in 1960 to create the reservoir.
—Adrian Rodriguez, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025
For now, Barron will continue taking hydroxychloroquine, a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) that can reduce the pain of arthritis and swelling and prevent joint damage.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Those that superficially implement AI, bolting tools onto current processes without modifying them, will falter.
—Jyothish R, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifying
Verb
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After a life-altering chemical exposure overseas led to Ruponen losing his ability to walk, regular visits to the veterans' health clinic every six months are crucial.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Over the past week, the Dallas Cowboys have been a hot topic in the NFL following their latest franchise-altering move.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tactics will remain flexible to adapt to changing fire behavior, terrain limitations, and resource availability.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Loosely cover the jar and keep it in the fridge for up to a week, changing the water every day or two.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His already held the confederation’s qualifying scoring record, with his Thursday brace taking his overall tally to 34.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Tied in second place in Group B of CAF qualifying with 2021 Africa Cup of Nations champion Senegal, Sudan remains unbeaten after six games and lies just one point away from the top of the group – and automatic qualification to next year’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.—
Rory Fleming,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Xavier Worthy injury The Chiefs spent the spring remodeling their wide receiver room.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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Again, for exhibitors who recently caved in to Netflix’s short window for Kpop Demon Hunters, that’s not a feasible feat, as many are still remodeling with recliner plush seats.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Under artistic director Camille Miceli, the brand emphasizes mixing and matching, reworking Pucci’s motifs and patchwork.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
2 Sep. 2025
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Season 1 exhausted the events of King's novel, even reworking material from its epilogue into the main action of the story, so now the team will chart a new path for these characters, which will involve expanding on elements from the novel.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Modifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifying. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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