revolutionizing

present participle of revolutionize
as in transforming
to change (something) very much or completely; to cause a revolution in (something) The invention of the airplane revolutionized travel. This new drug may revolutionize cancer treatment. This discovery has revolutionized our understanding of how the human brain works.

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Recent Examples of revolutionizing This rich feedback strengthens merchant judgment, transforming the customer relationship into an ongoing dialogue and revolutionizing how brands truly learn about their products in the real world. Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 The magical world of Pixar’s Toy Story franchise where toys come to life has been dominating the box office and revolutionizing animation since 1995’s Toy Story. Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 20 June 2026 Musk has proved skeptics wrong plenty of times before, successfully making electric vehicles mainstream and revolutionizing space launches with reusable rockets. Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026 YouTube creators are revolutionizing Hollywood Films by young YouTube creators are topping the US box office, and all of Hollywood is paying attention. Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 1 June 2026 Penicillin was the world’s first true antibiotic, revolutionizing medicine by providing an effective treatment for bacterial infections that were previously fatal. Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026 Another transformative technology that is already revolutionizing the way of dealing with virtual information in off-line space is augmented reality. Paulo Nuno Vicenteall, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026 Autonomous robotaxis are revolutionizing the rideshare industry. Charles Singh, USA Today, 11 May 2026 Even though you’re known for your unique demeanor, your desire to take a walk on the wilder side is giving you an edge, revolutionizing your perspective and challenging the status quo. Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revolutionizing
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  • Scott Mellin, was credited with transforming Salomon from a niche French outdoor performance label to the billion-dollar streetwear brand Rihanna wore for the 2023 Super Bowl halftime stage.
    Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 15 July 2026
  • Try a trend-forward pair of glove flats to give your look an elevated boost, transforming your slouchy bottoms from low-key to downtown chic.
    India Roby, Glamour, 15 July 2026
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  • There’s been a political tug-of-war over Bears Ears and Grand Staircase for years that aligns with changing presidential administrations.
    Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 16 July 2026
  • Altitude control comes from changing overall motor thrust, and its spinning nature makes the drone passively stable.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 16 July 2026
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  • The probable cause affidavit states that in an interview after his arrest, Lequerique expressed remorse, acknowledged the X account was his and admitted to altering images and searching online for similar material.
    Laurie Mermet, Sun Sentinel, 17 July 2026
  • The idea was to focus on altering a drone‘s physical appearance to change how it is perceived.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026

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“Revolutionizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolutionizing. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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