morph

Definition of morphnext
as in to transform
to take on a different shape, appearance, or state When it emerged from its chrysalis, the caterpillar had morphed into a striking butterfly.

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Recent Examples of morph Here, ski runs morph into mountain biking trails, nearby frozen lakes warm to refreshingly swimmable, and the snow melts to reveal the greenest world-class golf courses. Catherine Dunwoody, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Its composition and sequencing read more like a DJ set than a set of tracks, since most of them morph into multiple different directions in the EP’s 20-minute runtime. Amanda Cavalcanti, Pitchfork, 31 July 2026 The resulting, room-sized artwork engulfed visitors in a swirling fantasia featuring bouncing balls, morphing nets and slow-motion action shots of Messi. Chloe Veltman, NPR, 29 July 2026 Missouri’s 4th Congressional District has morphed since the last election in 2024. Jack Harvel july 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for morph
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  • Insilico is showing how companies can move from an impressive AI proof of concept to the infrastructure, platforms and business models needed to transform an entire industry.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • In time—if the proof is found, if biological intelligence is discovered in the void—we may all be transformed the same way.
    Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 6 Aug. 2026
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  • The causes of superhero fatigue — which have recently arguably mutated into full-on franchise fatigue for many properties — have been endlessly discussed.
    James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Meanwhile, Spider-Man is struggling with his mutating powers — and the fact that his girlfriend MJ (Zendaya) and best friend Ned (Jacob Batalon) are making memories at MIT with zero recollection of their former pal.
    Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 2 Aug. 2026

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“Morph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/morph. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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