changes 1 of 2

plural of change

changes

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of change
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2
as in shifts
to pass from one form, state, or level to another the weather in New England is constantly changing

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3
as in exchanges
to give up (something) and take something else in return would you mind changing your seat so my friends can sit together?

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Noun
  • These financial pressures have resulted in a thorough restructuring plan that requires significant cuts and alterations to their existing operations.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The entire look cost $6,000 to create, the price tag including the fittings, sketches, fabrics and unlimited alterations, plus the prototype dress used for fittings and the actual one worn on Christmas Eve.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 29 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • During menopause, hot flashes and hormonal fluctuations can disrupt the hours of rest, causing women to need to restore energy with more time in bed.
    Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
  • As the holiday season ends, analysts expect gas prices to remain relatively stable, with slight fluctuations influenced by regional dynamics and crude oil trends.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Every year, the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) alters benefits administered by the SSA to keep payments in line with inflation.
    Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
  • End Of The Loop This phenomenon fundamentally alters the subjective experience of time for the traveler.
    The Physics arXiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Treatments Treatment varies based on the underlying cause.
    Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The deadline for buying tickets for Mega Millions tickets varies by state.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Doing this early on in the design process can save you time and money by minimizing rework or product modifications.
    Linda De Jesus, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The model policy also suggests different modifications departments can make to benefit employees, like assistive technologies and telework.
    William Melhado, Sacramento Bee, 6 Jan. 2025
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