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as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
the positive change in our students' attitude toward people who are somehow different was a long and gradual process
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as in fluctuation
the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another
there is nothing so constant as change itself
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as in money
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
she spent quite a chunk of change on that car
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as in to modify
to make different in some way
my wife has changed the look of our living room more times than we care to remember
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as in to vary
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
the weather in New England is constantly changing
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Recent Examples of change
C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
One of the biggest changes in recent years, however, has been the commercial growth of the women’s basketball tournament.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2025
The form needed to be changed because of the court ruling and that takes time, Buchanan says.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 31 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Held from March 30-April 1, the event culminated with a host of rule changes and revelations.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
One of the biggest changes in recent years, however, has been the commercial growth of the women’s basketball tournament.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Verb
The report, published by Axios over the weekend, suggested the White House could soon change who sits where in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room, decisions typically made by the WHCA.
—Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2025
The form needed to be changed because of the court ruling and that takes time, Buchanan says.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for change
Noun
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The alterations would approximate aspects of the thylacine’s phenotype—the observable characteristics of a creature.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
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In addition to adding contemporary features like an in-frame oil cooler, the motorcycle's frame underwent major alterations to mimic vintage hardtail design.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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While last week's stock market selloff took its toll on the fortune of the world's richest, one man has been largely able to weather the fluctuations brought on by the Trump administration's trade policies.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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But by translating these fluctuations in brightness into fluctuations in acoustic frequencies, scientists can tune in to a star’s sound, learning important information about its age and its other traits.—
Sam Walters,
Discover Magazine,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Tanzi tied up Acosta in the back of the van and headed to Key West, stealing her money from ATMS along the way after threatening her with a box cutter to get her bank account password.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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Failing to protect these roles risks squandering money and progress, weakening health systems.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The developers talked to drone operators about their combat experience with commercial Chinese thermal imaging cameras and modified their design accordingly.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Each Boost plan can be modified with Add-Ons for an additional charge.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Go all in on a monochrome set, or embrace playfulness (and a collectors’ eye) with varying colors—each dishwasher-safe porcelain plate is sold separately.—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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Of course, many people experience hip pain without needing surgery—and many hip problems vary by age, gender and lifestyle choices.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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These Crowns can be exchanged for a variety of prizes, including bonus bets and discounts for traveling.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Usually, the cast and musical and guest stars stick around on stage to exchange hugs and congratulations.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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These differences can affect behavior, interactions, and learning.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This escapement delivers two direct impulses to the balance with each oscillation, ensuring efficiency and a 72-hour power reserve.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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For example, complex analysis is used to manipulate wavelets, or small oscillations in data.—
William Ross,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Change.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/change. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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