as in transformations
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 transitions
Janus is the Roman god of doorways, beginnings and endings, and transitions.
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Gwen Faulkenberry, Arkansas Online, 8 Jan. 2026
The Public Utilities Commission’s decisions and the energy-generation plans of our utilities are carefully considered to take into account the costs to rate-payers, just transitions for workers, and the necessary steps towards a clean energy future.
—Meg Froelich, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Oil demand may sink over time, depending on factors like sales of electric vehicles and whether China — one of the biggest global sources of energy demand — transitions to renewables.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
This could be first thing in the morning or last thing at night, during transitions like between classes or in moments of anxiety, anger, or overwhelm.
—Hannah Silverman, Parents, 5 Jan. 2026
Hisense says cyan occupies a part of the spectrum where the human eye is especially sensitive, allowing the panel to render smoother gradients, more realistic tones and subtler transitions without oversaturation.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Jan. 2026
Although the late 1800s houses have undergone many transitions over the years, they were considered for demolition.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Estêvão notes that many don’t just come for the hike, but to disconnect from the chaos of life and process major life transitions—grief, broken hearts, a health diagnosis—finding clarity in the expansive ocean views and long stretches of solitude.
—Deanna Romano, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Jan. 2026
The medium Curve transitions from day to night with adjustable straps and detachable chains that can be worn as jewelry.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Gwen Faulkenberry, Arkansas Online, 8 Jan. 2026
The Public Utilities Commission’s decisions and the energy-generation plans of our utilities are carefully considered to take into account the costs to rate-payers, just transitions for workers, and the necessary steps towards a clean energy future.
—Meg Froelich, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Oil demand may sink over time, depending on factors like sales of electric vehicles and whether China — one of the biggest global sources of energy demand — transitions to renewables.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
This could be first thing in the morning or last thing at night, during transitions like between classes or in moments of anxiety, anger, or overwhelm.
—Hannah Silverman, Parents, 5 Jan. 2026
Hisense says cyan occupies a part of the spectrum where the human eye is especially sensitive, allowing the panel to render smoother gradients, more realistic tones and subtler transitions without oversaturation.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Jan. 2026
Although the late 1800s houses have undergone many transitions over the years, they were considered for demolition.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Estêvão notes that many don’t just come for the hike, but to disconnect from the chaos of life and process major life transitions—grief, broken hearts, a health diagnosis—finding clarity in the expansive ocean views and long stretches of solitude.
—Deanna Romano, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Jan. 2026
The medium Curve transitions from day to night with adjustable straps and detachable chains that can be worn as jewelry.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transitions
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But the difference between this time and the last several technology transformations is that the fundamental players who are building those rails are incredibly well capitalized.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Investing in the Workforce of the Future Those transformations extend beyond products to people.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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His bleak existence shifts when a fight with a classmate is accidentally streamed online and goes viral.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Jan. 2026
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Indeed, this slate of first-quarter strategy shifts indicates that beauty retailers are increasingly approaching wellness as an all-or-nothing bid.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Then agree on the impact metrics — marketing conversions, sales orders, product defects or truck shorts.—
Jennifer Belissent,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The city aims to attract businesses downtown, invest in entrepreneurs and support office-to-residential conversions.—
Jon Murray,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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South River is anticipating another salt shipment on Friday, prompting officials to cross their fingers and, for the time being, make adjustments.—
Kristie Keleshian,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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For example, remote workers can benefit from Lyra’s clear portrait settings and the software’s automatic adjustments to create a more polished look during online meetings.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Transitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transitions. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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