1
as in modification
a significant and basic change
The sculpture series underwent several mutations as the artist experimented with different materials and techniques.
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as in anomaly
something that is a result of a change in the genes of a plant or animal
This coloration in the bird's plumage is a rare mutation.
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Recent Examples of mutation
All modern-day carriers of the mutation are descendants of this individual.
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
While most of the human cases in the U.S. have been mild, scientists like Dodd's team continue to track the virus for any mutations that may change that risk.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 31 Mar. 2025
By modelling populations with varying ancestral sizes and bottleneck intensities, Professor Morales and collaborators estimated how genetic diversity and harmful mutations might evolve after a population collapse, revealing how genetic risks can remain hidden long after a population declines.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
But if there are changes (mutations) in these genes, cancer cells can grow and spread more easily.
—Matthew Wosnitzer, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2025
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
While most of the human cases in the U.S. have been mild, scientists like Dodd's team continue to track the virus for any mutations that may change that risk.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 31 Mar. 2025
By modelling populations with varying ancestral sizes and bottleneck intensities, Professor Morales and collaborators estimated how genetic diversity and harmful mutations might evolve after a population collapse, revealing how genetic risks can remain hidden long after a population declines.
—Grrlscientist, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
But if there are changes (mutations) in these genes, cancer cells can grow and spread more easily.
—Matthew Wosnitzer, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mutation
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The City Council adopted an ADU ordinance in December 2023, and voted on April 21 to accept modifications requested by the California Coastal Commission, with a second reading scheduled for the May 5 council meeting.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 May 2025
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Medications If lifestyle modifications are not enough to bring your blood pressure under control, your healthcare provider may prescribe medications known as antihypertensives.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
5 May 2025
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Automated Alerts And Human Validation An AI system might flag an anomaly and send a real-time alert.—
Shashidhar Reddy Keshireddy,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Doncic enters a pivotal offseason looking to ensure that the Lakers’ disappointing end to 2024-25 was an anomaly.—
Khobi Price,
Oc Register,
9 May 2025
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Still, All Stars has gone through some shifts over the years, implementing varying structural alterations to keep its viewers — and nowadays, its queens — coming back for more.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
9 May 2025
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In subsequent years, the facility moved around to various spaces and experienced alterations but remained a compact operation when Torri arrived in 1989 as a part-time employee, two years before being named its director.—
Michael Williams,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2025
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There is a sense of anticipation as plants return from one year to the next, often with surprising variations in color or form from the natural diversity found in seed.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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Clamps — There are honestly too many variations of clamps to name, from Cardellinis to Mafers, with each having a specific purpose, whether that be holding gels to lights or needing an item held in the perfect position.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
17 May 2025
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As part of the daytime changes, Ana Cabrera‘s 10 a.m.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Illinois places implementing local grocery taxes List subject to change.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2025
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Those are rarities throughout the last 6,000 years of recorded history.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2025
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That is the point, as MSNBC for the first time builds out its own news division, a rarity for linear TV these days, while retaining a lineup of primetime progressive hosts.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Jefferies said shares can stage a recovery as the Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein parent undergoes a business transformation.—
Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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As the moon harmonizes with Mars, psychological exploration enables external transformation.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Multiple creators have also aided in variant covers, such as the black and white variant by Danny Earls.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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The latest variant in the ongoing American Innovation $1 Coin series is available to order through the United States Mint.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
15 May 2025
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“Mutation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mutation. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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