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as in modifying
to make different in some way
can't you alter your plans just slightly so we can leave 10 minutes earlier?
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as in fixing
to remove the sex organs of
contends that cats and dogs that have been altered make better pets
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Recent Examples of altering
Researchers studying skeletons from the 12th to the 19th centuries have discovered that tobacco leaves a lasting impact on the human body even after death, significantly altering skeletal structure.
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Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
Another common change companies might pursue is altering the product’s flavor profile entirely, which could mean swapping out a layer of chocolate for other fillings like wafers or nuts.
—Erika Tulfo, CNN, 20 Oct. 2024
Moreover, this shift by PE firms is fundamentally altering the ownership landscape of these businesses.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
But even without any knowledge of a life-altering storm on the horizon, Irvine’s feelings for the city and the brave people who protect it are clear.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
For example, a bot designed to approve expense reports could be tricked into approving fraudulent reports by altering the input parameters in unexpected ways.
—Yair Finzi, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
The grand jury accused Whiting of misuse of public monies, theft, conflict of interest, harassment, sending a threatening letter and stealing, destroying, altering or secreting public records.
—Robert Anglen, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
And the stealth with which the crew operates in plain sight is less for the purpose of secrecy but more to avoid altering the environment.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Many conservatives and law enforcement leaders have said the measure will deter crime, while progressives and left-leaning Democrats have resisted it, arguing that altering Proposition 47 will only put more Californians behind bars.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
Another common change companies might pursue is altering the product’s flavor profile entirely, which could mean swapping out a layer of chocolate for other fillings like wafers or nuts.
—Erika Tulfo, CNN, 20 Oct. 2024
Moreover, this shift by PE firms is fundamentally altering the ownership landscape of these businesses.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
But even without any knowledge of a life-altering storm on the horizon, Irvine’s feelings for the city and the brave people who protect it are clear.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
For example, a bot designed to approve expense reports could be tricked into approving fraudulent reports by altering the input parameters in unexpected ways.
—Yair Finzi, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
The grand jury accused Whiting of misuse of public monies, theft, conflict of interest, harassment, sending a threatening letter and stealing, destroying, altering or secreting public records.
—Robert Anglen, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
And the stealth with which the crew operates in plain sight is less for the purpose of secrecy but more to avoid altering the environment.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Many conservatives and law enforcement leaders have said the measure will deter crime, while progressives and left-leaning Democrats have resisted it, arguing that altering Proposition 47 will only put more Californians behind bars.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for altering
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The designer’s role is about creating a culture of continuous improvement and innovation by creating, modifying or eliminating systemic structures to better align with the organization's strategic objectives.Thomas Lim, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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Increasing the amount of water or fat locked into the casein network can encourage melting, but so can modifying the casein itself.Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2024
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Border security Schiff says fixing the asylum process long term, in a way that addresses public safety and also keeps migrants safe, will require comprehensive immigration reform.Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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Her goals include creating more jobs and affordable housing, fixing roads, protecting reproductive rights and demanding accountability for state spending on issues such as homelessness.Mackenzie Mays, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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Steps could include adding a warning label or changing drinking water standards, said Cooper.Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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The district’s evolving politics have been driven in part by its rapidly changing racial makeup.Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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The city invested in remodeling the then-rundown Plaza San Loreto in front of the Sinagoga Histórico, and Sheinbaum came to inaugurate it.Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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Plans call for remodeling the basement to add a third level.Adrienne Davis, Journal Sentinel, 30 Sep. 2024
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“Altering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altering. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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