MODULATION Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

modulation

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Definition of modulation

as in adjustment

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Recent Examples of modulation Even today Guadalajara's most forward-looking designers continue to experiment with these deeply rooted tropes, from the lyrical modulation of their city's radiant light to the proud application of local oficios. — Michael Snyder, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Aug. 2026 With eco-modulation, producers that incorporate recycled material into their packaging may pay less in fees. — Erin Victor, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026 Stopping power comes from 410-mm front and 360-mm rear carbon-ceramic brakes, with a brake booster tuned to provide a firm pedal and precise modulation. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Greater harmonization, through consistent implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility schemes, timely adoption of eco-modulation criteria, as well as simpler and more harmonized compliance requirements across Member States, is critical. — María Luisa Martínez Díez, Footwear News, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for modulation

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General Daily Insight for October 09, 2026 Today is less about having the perfect answer and more about making a useful adjustment.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 9 Oct. 2026
Today is less about having the perfect answer and more about making a useful adjustment.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of adjustment

Noun

Freshman Luke Wafle delivered five tackles and one massively important sack of Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht for a loss of 10 yards with six minutes left in regulation.

— Jordan Puente, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
By the end of regulation, it was tied 27-27, with LSU getting the first possession in overtime.

— Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of regulation

Noun

More broadly, the expansion illustrates how advanced technology, industrial investment and acquisition reform are increasingly interconnected in modern defence planning.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
Unfortunately, the same forces that defeated previous permitting reform packages — primarily left-wing interest groups — are threatening to smother this legislation.

— Editorial Board, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of reform

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The proprietary clipguard technology that comes with it drastically reduces distortion and a internal pop filter to prevent plosive breath noise so listeners aren't distracted.

— George Yang, PC Magazine, 5 Oct. 2026
Spyglass Media said her posts crossed into antisemitism and hate speech, citing what the company characterized as false references to genocide, Holocaust distortion and an implication that Western media conceal Israel’s perspective.

— Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of distortion

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The amendment sets the groundwork for Highfill to issue a new 2026 water and sewer revenue bond to fund upcoming improvements to its water utilities.

— Randy Moll, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026
But that would be a huge political lift, perhaps requiring a constitutional amendment.

— Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of amendment

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The contract covers engineering, technical assistance, technology integration, supply-chain development, workforce training and digital transformation initiatives.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Its construction marks another chapter in the transformation of an island whose identity has long been tied to industrial production.

— Sarah Belmont for ArtNews, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of transformation

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As with the party’s other massive campaigns, such as the one-child policy, cadres understand that compliance with rectification is mandatory and a high priority for leaders.

— ANDREW MERTHA, Foreign Affairs, 17 Sep. 2026
Sam's Club has established a rectification task force to overhaul supply-chain inspections and replaced its chairman with Liu Peng, a former executive at Alibaba.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 22 June 2026

Definition of rectification

Noun

Higher-frequency deformation patterns initially appeared around the ring before gradually merging into larger movements.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026
According to Formlabs, this improves strength, toughness, heat resistance, and resistance to gradual deformation under sustained loads, while producing a harder, less tacky surface.

— Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026

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