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
But when a loss-of-function mutation on the gene that codes for KDM3A was introduced, two of the baby mice out of a group of 43 with XY chromosomes had ovaries instead of testes.
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Michael Franco, New Atlas, 5 June 2025
The study found that liquid biopsies can detect mutations up to nine months before the changes would have become apparent on scans, Turner said.
—Liz Szabo, NBC news, 1 June 2025
The mutation was not known when the donation was made, but children born from this donor have since been identified in eight different European countries: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom, said Kasper in her presentation.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
In advanced or metastatic prostate cancer, identifying specific mutations is particularly critical.
—Jason P. Joseph, The Conversation, 21 May 2025
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Michael Franco, New Atlas, 5 June 2025
The study found that liquid biopsies can detect mutations up to nine months before the changes would have become apparent on scans, Turner said.
—Liz Szabo, NBC news, 1 June 2025
The mutation was not known when the donation was made, but children born from this donor have since been identified in eight different European countries: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom, said Kasper in her presentation.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
In advanced or metastatic prostate cancer, identifying specific mutations is particularly critical.
—Jason P. Joseph, The Conversation, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mutation
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Distinct from biodiesel — but also based on sustainable substances like vegetable oil — renewable diesel should not require any modifications to a diesel engine in order to flow and combust.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2025
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From Completion to Change: Stop counting leadership training hours and start measuring behavior modification and the practical application of essential leadership skills.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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For example, automating rollback protocols, security scans and alert systems for anomalies across AI workflows.—
Navdeep Malik,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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The new amendment, set to be on the ballot in 2026, would allow abortions in medical emergencies and cases of fetal anomalies, such as birth defects.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2025
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Among its alterations, the company added small zippered pockets below the waist on women's shirts, allowing them to be exempted from higher duties under the U.S. customs rules.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
18 June 2025
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While all of the alterations to college sports have led some (mostly older) high-profile coaches in other sports to leave for professional jobs or retire, Carle is leaning in.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
15 June 2025
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Different variations of BTs stalk the wilderness, requiring adaptability to overcome.—
Hayes Madsen,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2025
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In addition to the color requirement, the statute denied the drawback when the price variation between the two wines exceeded 50%.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Advertisement In February, Cigna committed to making a number of changes to the process, such as announcing plans to invest in resources that would help more patients resolve issues with prior authorization faster, as well as streamline the process for physicians to submit requests.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
24 June 2025
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The company replaced the top managers at its factory in Renton, and announced a host of other changes including more robust training for new employees.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
24 June 2025
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This long voyage, together with the rarity and beauty of sapphires, must have contributed to its high value.—
David Bressan,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Despite the relative rarity of myocarditis, the condition has underpinned a campaign by anti-vaccine activists to take the vaccines off the market.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2025
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the global workforce by automating routine and repetitive tasks, and industry leaders expect this to prompt a reduction or transformation of certain roles across industries.—
Akash Sriram,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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While many are hiring general contractors and specialty service providers, the couple in the viral clip proved that some transformations don't require a contractor's license—just time, creativity and determination.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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There were also three unique variants of amino acids present on the cranium — amino acids that were also found on Denisova 3, a finger bone recovered from Denisova Cave in 2008.—
Stephanie Edwards,
Discover Magazine,
19 June 2025
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This variant is currently being monitored by the World Health Organization.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
18 June 2025
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“Mutation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mutation. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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