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
Long-time Colorado journalist Allen Best published Big Pivots, a free-subscription e-journal focused on the energy and water transitions in Colorado.
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Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
This mix of blonde and brunette is perfect for transitions.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
However, the problem is that almost all nuclear energy transitions are far too energetic to be controlled with lasers.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
As of now, winning on the ground comes down to mastering masking transitions, managing stamina and your fighter's ground prowess.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
According to real estate insiders, the listing comes amid a season of major transitions for the Bravo star.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Bellegarde is a key link between the midfield and attack, while his ball-carrying ability thrives in Haiti’s offensive transitions.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 5 June 2026
The Viking workers, who are unionized, were informed Tuesday of last week that as the county transitions to a new security contract with GardaWorld, they would not be included.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 2 June 2026
As the world transitions to greener technologies, demand for aluminum is expected to grow.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
This mix of blonde and brunette is perfect for transitions.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
However, the problem is that almost all nuclear energy transitions are far too energetic to be controlled with lasers.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
As of now, winning on the ground comes down to mastering masking transitions, managing stamina and your fighter's ground prowess.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
According to real estate insiders, the listing comes amid a season of major transitions for the Bravo star.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Bellegarde is a key link between the midfield and attack, while his ball-carrying ability thrives in Haiti’s offensive transitions.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 5 June 2026
The Viking workers, who are unionized, were informed Tuesday of last week that as the county transitions to a new security contract with GardaWorld, they would not be included.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 2 June 2026
As the world transitions to greener technologies, demand for aluminum is expected to grow.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transitions
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Organizational change experts say that this kind of rupture is almost never necessary, and that the messiest transformations are often the least effective ones.—
Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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For inspiration on flawless exterior transformations, precision continuous concrete curbing, and high-end borders, a quick scroll through the Border Magic Facebook page demonstrates exactly how custom hardscaping signals to buyers that no expense was spared in the upkeep of the estate.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
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While researchers are still studying whether those changes ultimately lead to long-term academic gains, many school leaders say the cultural shifts alone have made the policies worthwhile.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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On Monday morning, 10,000 to 15,000 ballots were processed by lunchtime, with San Mateo's two shifts of workers keeping the operation running about 16 hours per day.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Recently, church officials and sociologists alike have pointed to indications that young Spaniards are showing an increasing interest in their spiritual lives, with anecdotal reports of rises in conversions among young adults.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Visibility, credibility, and — ideally — conversions.—
Wyles Daniel
June 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 June 2026
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The backlash was so fierce, Anthropic quickly made adjustments to the policy, as Wired reported on Wednesday, highlighting just how carefully the company is treading.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
11 June 2026
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Or, the credit counseling agency may recommend other solutions, like budget adjustments, to help reduce financial pressure.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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“Transitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transitions. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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