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renovation

noun

Definition of renovation

as in remodeling

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as in improvement

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Recent Examples of renovation The school is in the due diligence period and aims to close on the property soon ahead of renovation work to turn office space back into classrooms for the 2027-28 school year. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026 The Department of Justice said evidence shows Reflecting Pool damage was due to faulty renovation. — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026 Crews are transforming Bryte Park as part of a $15 million renovation project, but the removal of 28 mature trees has left neighbors divided. — Brady Halbleib, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Before Thursday, the 12-member city council said it had been left in the dark by the Blazers, who have been reluctant to show the scope and depth of the renovation project. — Jason Quick, New York Times, 31 July 2026 The Reflecting Pool had been plagued with several problems, including rapid algae growth on top of the peeling lining, following a quick renovation period. — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026 The 1950s home sits on over two acres with modern, minimalistic finishes from a $2 million renovation. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 31 July 2026 The building and the theater’s auditorium underwent a massive renovation in 2019. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026 Coinciding with the hotel’s 120th anniversary in 2024, the New York property underwent an extensive renovation estimated to cost $100 million, refreshing public spaces. — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026

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Noun

The pair is busy with the remodeling of the building that’s going to be the home for their new restaurant and are excited to share a part of African cuisine with the Keller community.

— Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
The Fox was taken over by a consortium of filmmakers led by Jason Reitman, who is working on remodeling the venue and has opened it to screenings this summer in advance of the remodeling as the Director’s Village.

— Pat Saperstein, Variety, 21 July 2026

Definition of remodeling

Noun

Those weren’t the only aviation improvements to make headlines recently.

— Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Martin noted the improvements would also enable the bridge to carry heavy-axle, modern freight cars weighing 286,000 when fully loaded; that has been a standard in the industry for several decades.

— Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of improvement

Noun

The updates to Willow Springs will also blend a mix of classic style and modern amenities, though the refurbishment process will take plenty of time to play out.

— Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The refurbishment introduced new oak floors and sheetrock walls installed to float just above the floor.

— Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 31 July 2026

Definition of refurbishment

Noun

The research that was conducted in Wuhan with federal support involved modifications to bat viruses to study their potential impact on humans.

— Joe Walsh, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
This includes mandatory cybersecurity training for staff, improvements to digital and human procedures including ACH payment verification processes, and controls within financial workflows, as well as modifications to IT staffing, said Gale.

— Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of modification

Noun

Combs is participating in a drug-abuse rehabilitation program at FCI Fort Dix, while his legal team continues to appeal his conviction and sentence, calling the punishment excessive and seeking acquittal or resentencing.

— Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
Min Aung Hlaing took a significant step toward would-be political rehabilitation in April when he was sworn in as president following an election held in phases in December and January.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of rehabilitation

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That change will be accompanied by significant alterations to the competition structure, which includes divisions and a new postseason format.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Some alterations were made for the WPBL, including a temporary outfield fence that shortened the center field fence from 415 to 330 feet and other dimensions accordingly.

— James Raia, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of alteration

Noun

Learn what happened during the Great Depression and see what restoration looked like in the 1970s.

— Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026
The article emphasizes that true status now lies in effective recovery, transforming physical restoration into a lucrative experience and a key marketing language for brands.

— Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of restoration

Noun

Since military prototypes often undergo multiple design revisions, such modifications are considered a normal part of the aircraft development process.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
Commercial properties that are actively being listed for sale would be temporarily exempt as well, among other revisions.

— Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026

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