as in transforms
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 morphs
But through no fault of the actress, the film starts to sag as Erika morphs from intoxicating vixen to deceitfully manipulative monster.
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
As the series goes on, Jax morphs from a generally good-hearted guy into a violent, devious antihero.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Jan. 2026
What begins as a slow, lumbering triplet rhythm gradually morphs into a fleet and elegant quasi-acid jam; drums that start off gently turn tough and clattering before the whole thing fades out in a soft sunset glow.
—Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 14 Jan. 2026
Everything is immaculately landscaped, with views pulling your gaze to water on both sides of the islet–a sparkling sapphire and turquoise canvas that morphs and deepens in tone throughout the day.
—Terry Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
The evildoer himself morphs from sexy Jamie Campbell Bower to evil monstrosity!
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 15 Dec. 2025
Then there’s a mysterious stranger, a fresh-faced young woman (a rather haunting Isla Johnston) who lures him into her trap with true temptation but soon morphs into her actual identity as none other than the devil, albeit one with ruby red lips.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
The tension escalates when Ridwaan’s own daughter, Noorie, mysteriously vanishes at home—and before his eyes, another boy, Yassir, is swallowed by a tree that morphs into a dark portal.
—Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 8 Nov. 2025
As a result, this morphs L’Oréal into the world’s largest fragrance maker again.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
As the series goes on, Jax morphs from a generally good-hearted guy into a violent, devious antihero.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Jan. 2026
What begins as a slow, lumbering triplet rhythm gradually morphs into a fleet and elegant quasi-acid jam; drums that start off gently turn tough and clattering before the whole thing fades out in a soft sunset glow.
—Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 14 Jan. 2026
Everything is immaculately landscaped, with views pulling your gaze to water on both sides of the islet–a sparkling sapphire and turquoise canvas that morphs and deepens in tone throughout the day.
—Terry Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
The evildoer himself morphs from sexy Jamie Campbell Bower to evil monstrosity!
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 15 Dec. 2025
Then there’s a mysterious stranger, a fresh-faced young woman (a rather haunting Isla Johnston) who lures him into her trap with true temptation but soon morphs into her actual identity as none other than the devil, albeit one with ruby red lips.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
The tension escalates when Ridwaan’s own daughter, Noorie, mysteriously vanishes at home—and before his eyes, another boy, Yassir, is swallowed by a tree that morphs into a dark portal.
—Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 8 Nov. 2025
As a result, this morphs L’Oréal into the world’s largest fragrance maker again.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for morphs
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With the intention of furthering conversation and community among guests, the series transforms Arlo Hotels’ communal spaces into cultural destinations to make contemporary art more accessible to locals and tourists aline.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The image, taken by NASA photographer Bill Ingalls, transforms a familiar sight into a beacon of celebration as the nation begins its yearlong observance of America's anniversary.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Measles mutates slowly enough that researchers can in many cases search for essentially the same strain when tracking its movements.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
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This dynamic drives a phenomenon called antigenic shift meaning that the vaccine paradoxically encourages new mutations and can actually prolong pandemics as the virus constantly mutates to escape the protective effects of the vaccine.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Morphs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/morphs. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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