as in transformation
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 transition
Some convertible car seats transition seamlessly from a forward-facing car seat to a high-back booster seat.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025
The waiver is needed because Sacramento State is attempting a transition up without an invite from an FBS conference.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Crista Durand has now taken the reins as CEO, and my transition is eased knowing the hospital is in such capable, compassionate hands.
—Lynn Ricci, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2025
Ting has a way of bringing the past and present together in seamless transition.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2025
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025
The waiver is needed because Sacramento State is attempting a transition up without an invite from an FBS conference.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Crista Durand has now taken the reins as CEO, and my transition is eased knowing the hospital is in such capable, compassionate hands.
—Lynn Ricci, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2025
Ting has a way of bringing the past and present together in seamless transition.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transition
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In the early 2000s, people interested in similar cosmetic transformations often turned to iris implantation, an invasive and dangerous off-label operation then available in a few countries outside of the U.S.—
Saima S. Iqbal,
Scientific American,
8 Apr. 2025
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But sometimes, hope and real transformation can still shine through.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Structural shifts in the Australian market, such as Disney+’s ESPN integration in 2025 and DAZN’s Foxtel acquisition, are also likely to continue.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Structural shifts such as Disney+’s ESPN integration and DAZN’s Foxtel acquisition are expected to reshape the competitive landscape, though weakening consumer sentiment presents potential headwinds.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Big chances have almost doubled (1.5 per match to 3), as has Everton’s big-chance conversion rate (21 per cent to 41 per cent).—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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These improvements are likely to boost conversion rates, increase average order values, and improve advertising efficiency both on Amazon’s platform and beyond.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Our eldest recently got her license and it’s been quite an adjustment.—
Grace Bastidas,
Parents,
7 Apr. 2025
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Recognize retirement as a major life change that can be stressful The adjustment to retirement can be difficult for anyone.—
Russ Wiles,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Transition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transition. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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