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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
Retron therapy replaces lengthy sections of dangerous mutations with healthy sections of DNA.
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New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025
Related diseases come from isotopes in the nuclear fallout that can penetrate the human body and cause mutations in DNA, according to a 2024 paper from the American Society of Clinical Oncology Journal.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Each species’ genome contains billions of base pairs, and even small mutations (a few hundred or thousand changes) create new biological identities.
—Big Think, 29 Oct. 2025
Interestingly, the model predicts protein interactions and even forecasts which mutations will disrupt the communication between these vital molecules.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 Oct. 2025
Today, many women are offered drugs designed to target specific cancer cell mutations, sparing them unnecessary toxicity.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 21 Oct. 2025
For example, mutations in the CNTNAP2 gene, which plays a role in the development and function of the nervous system, have been linked to a predisposition of autism, particularly among some Amish children.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
The supplement helps repair DNA damage from UV exposure, lowering the chances of cancerous mutations.
—Jamie Ducharme, Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Darwinian evolution assumes that random mutations happen all the time.
—D. Scott Schmid, Denver Post, 22 Sep. 2025
New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025
Related diseases come from isotopes in the nuclear fallout that can penetrate the human body and cause mutations in DNA, according to a 2024 paper from the American Society of Clinical Oncology Journal.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Each species’ genome contains billions of base pairs, and even small mutations (a few hundred or thousand changes) create new biological identities.
—Big Think, 29 Oct. 2025
Interestingly, the model predicts protein interactions and even forecasts which mutations will disrupt the communication between these vital molecules.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 Oct. 2025
Today, many women are offered drugs designed to target specific cancer cell mutations, sparing them unnecessary toxicity.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 21 Oct. 2025
For example, mutations in the CNTNAP2 gene, which plays a role in the development and function of the nervous system, have been linked to a predisposition of autism, particularly among some Amish children.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
The supplement helps repair DNA damage from UV exposure, lowering the chances of cancerous mutations.
—Jamie Ducharme, Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Darwinian evolution assumes that random mutations happen all the time.
—D. Scott Schmid, Denver Post, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mutations
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In the end, the standard-boat cabin had 400 stickies noting upgrades and modifications Revolution wanted.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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And now there’s the technology to fully sequence someone's DNA, and understand modifications to that DNA, called epigenetics.—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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The system is then trained to look for anomalies.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Nov. 2025
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Will Smith’s solo blast in the 11th sealed the Jays’ fate, but along the way fans feasted on a host of World Series anomalies, including a rare bench-clearing in the bottom of the fourth after Dodgers reliever Justin Wrobleski plunked Jays shortstop Andrés Giménez with a four-seamer.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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But after an offseason of making significant changes to its offense in response to last season’s historically bad playoff exit at the hands of the Cavaliers, Miami stood tall against Cleveland in their first meeting this season.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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The New York Mets are sure to make roster changes this offseason after missing the playoffs this season.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Brazil is divided by five major regions, each widely known for its specific culture, climate, language variations, and landscapes.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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The line spans ready-to-wear pieces such as knitwear, jersey tops and denim, as well as accessories like canvas totes and variations of the Bou bag.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
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Such alterations can include rerouting planes or delaying flights when there are not enough controllers to handle the normal workload.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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No political map alterations have been specifically proposed in Virginia.—
Steve Gorman,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
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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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The real culprits in this story, however, are the broader societal and industry transformations that are putting increasing demands on electricity needs.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The two actors underwent physical transformations and emotional discoveries.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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The only exceptions are Barilla Tortellini and Barilla Oven Ready Lasagne, which are made in Italy, according to NPR.—
Reia Li,
AZCentral.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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The move affects general aviation and non-scheduled flights, including luxury business jets, while allowing exceptions for military and emergency operations.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Mutations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mutations. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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