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as in modifications
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 anomalies
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 mutations
The new drug targets mutations in the RAS gene family that normally regulates cell growth.
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CNN Money, 31 May 2026
Stevens has a rare genetic degenerative eye disorder caused by mutations in the CERKL gene.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
About 20 years ago, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found that people with mutations in their PCSK9 gene tended to have very low levels of LDL, and therefore low rates of heart events.
—Alice Park, Time, 28 May 2026
The man has been training for his entire life to face off against the most terrifying monsters around, and his mutations put him in a different class from most people.
—ArsTechnica, 25 May 2026
As the gut tissue works to repair itself, the cells can start replicating at a high speed, which in some cases could increase the possibility of mutations, polyps and cancer.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
More chromosomes can bog down cell division, introducing more opportunity for errors and mutations.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 19 May 2026
This is especially important because more than 90% of pancreatic cancers carry these harmful mutations, researchers said.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The 400,000-year-old teeth all had two key mutations in a protein found in tooth enamel.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
CNN Money, 31 May 2026
Stevens has a rare genetic degenerative eye disorder caused by mutations in the CERKL gene.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
About 20 years ago, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found that people with mutations in their PCSK9 gene tended to have very low levels of LDL, and therefore low rates of heart events.
—Alice Park, Time, 28 May 2026
The man has been training for his entire life to face off against the most terrifying monsters around, and his mutations put him in a different class from most people.
—ArsTechnica, 25 May 2026
As the gut tissue works to repair itself, the cells can start replicating at a high speed, which in some cases could increase the possibility of mutations, polyps and cancer.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
More chromosomes can bog down cell division, introducing more opportunity for errors and mutations.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 19 May 2026
This is especially important because more than 90% of pancreatic cancers carry these harmful mutations, researchers said.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The 400,000-year-old teeth all had two key mutations in a protein found in tooth enamel.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mutations
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Super Cars Are Now An Immersive Experience Unlike Mattel’s die cast cars lines, which represent both production and super cars as well as imaginative modifications and are intended for light play and display, Brick Shop is designed to allow the average car fan to become a builder and designer.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Ductwork inspection and modifications Your ductwork acts as the circulatory system for your home’s climate control.—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Two of the four Vulcan launches to date have suffered anomalies with solid rocket boosters, and although the missions succeeded in placing their payloads into orbit, the launcher is grounded as ULA and its subcontractors probe the recurring problem.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2026
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Along Lake Austin’s banks, listings like these are not anomalies so much as markers.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Those changes were accompanied by hundreds of layoffs.—
Scott Mayerowitz,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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We were whisked around in golf carts, engaged in happy banter at the bar and felt accommodated when last-minute changes or requests arose.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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Similar variations abound from campus to campus and across the different states and universities across the US – confusing students and employers alike.—
Bryan Penprase,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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In most Cucuteni-Trypillia settlements, mega-sites appear to be well-planned and systematically arranged, with occasional size variations among the houses.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Top Petite-Friendly Styles at Quince Petite shoppers know the struggle of finding clothes that actually fit properly and don't require alterations.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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The roster changed, too, with most of the alterations on the defensive side to try to improve the pass rush and overhaul the linebacking corps, and with first-round draft pick Sonny Styles now serving as the group’s new quarterback.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Like most other variants, the symptoms of the Cicada variant are the same as those of other COVID-19 variant infections.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2026
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New variants include the TMP era variant and STO era variant, as well as a remaster of the TOS era variant.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Having whipped her own business into shape for the AI era, Sweet is better prepared to guide companies across industries through their own transformations.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
27 May 2026
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Los Angeles Unified School District on Tuesday broke ground on a $155 million modernization of Canoga Park High School — one of the most comprehensive campus transformations in the school’s history.—
Staff report,
Daily News,
26 May 2026
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On-field treatment delay Players who require on-field treatment from medical staff will have to leave the field of play for one minute after the restart, bar notable exceptions.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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The code says harassment can include negative or disparaging comments about a participant’s gender identity, lists no exceptions and says harassment violations can lead to discipline, including suspension or expulsion from OBRA.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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“Mutations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mutations. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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