as in transformation
a change from one state or condition to another
We want to have a smooth transition when the new owners take control of the company. the sometimes difficult transition from childhood to adulthood The country made a peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.
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Recent Examples of transition
Potter often talks about wanting to oversee the club’s transition to a higher ceiling.
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Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Challenge yourself to make the transitions as smooth as possible, picking up the pace toward the end of your walk to seamlessly progress into the run, then dialing it back over the last few seconds of your run to ease back into a brisk walk.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 25 Apr. 2025
Technology is playing a critical role in this transition.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 25 Apr. 2025
This year's cohort is also leveraging venture capital to tackle impact and energy transition investment.
—Moya Johnson, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Challenge yourself to make the transitions as smooth as possible, picking up the pace toward the end of your walk to seamlessly progress into the run, then dialing it back over the last few seconds of your run to ease back into a brisk walk.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 25 Apr. 2025
Technology is playing a critical role in this transition.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 25 Apr. 2025
This year's cohort is also leveraging venture capital to tackle impact and energy transition investment.
—Moya Johnson, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transition
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In 2017, Shannon was the focus of her own WEtv show Mama June: From Not to Hot, which followed her dramatic weight loss transformation.—
McKinley Franklin,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The show is partially set before the events of Revenge of the Sith, which ends with Anakin’s transformation into Darth Vader after being severely injured in a lightsaber duel with Obi-Wan.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
19 Apr. 2025
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For most companies, making such a shift would require committing hundreds of millions, or even billions, of dollars to building and expanding U.S. factories, economists say.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2025
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The shift from print to digital has disrupted traditional media hierarchies, yet Black women still struggle to access opportunities.—
Joce Blake,
Essence,
22 Apr. 2025
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Out back, there’s a sleek new pool and detached garage, primed for conversion.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
18 Apr. 2025
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This is especially painful for individuals who are approaching Medicare eligibility, as a conversion might result in substantially higher premiums for Medicare Part B and Part D prescription coverage.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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There will be a note in Chelsea’s accounts — as there was this year in relation to the hotel sales — detailing if an adjustment has been made to the price.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Smith, who turned 20 last month, played the wing the last few months of the season, helping his adjustment to the NHL.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Transition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transition. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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