as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different
there's been an alteration in the intended route of our bird walk
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Recent Examples of alterations
This data can be helpful in tracking changes in body composition due to alterations in patient diet, exercise level, or drug treatments.
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Paul Hsieh,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The key difference is that rather than suggesting preset visuals, the AI Camera Assistant is ostensibly reacting to the scene, subject, and lighting to dynamically suggest the best alterations for that specific moment — that’s the AI of it all.
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Dominic Preston,
The Verge,
23 June 2026
The combination of a structure design that did not meet building codes and alterations made to it over its 40 years meant that the other parts of the pool deck weren’t strong enough to withstand the extra load, leading to the type of slow-motion collapse.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
The other alterations may have contributed to the damning one.
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Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
22 June 2026
Many reviewers, including petite shoppers, note that the pants hit at just the right length without needing alterations, and the inseam works well with both flats and heels.
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Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Adding the verses violated MLB rules banning uniform alterations, and the players involved received verbal warnings but were not fined or penalized.
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Matt Moret,
New York Times,
19 June 2026
However, more and more retailers are now releasing petite-friendly styles, and Quince has excelled at crafting high-quality wardrobe essentials that don’t require any alterations.
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Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
But with more than a month in between mandatory minicamp and training camp, there could still be some alterations made to the group of 91 players.
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Mike Kaye
june 16,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Paul Hsieh,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The key difference is that rather than suggesting preset visuals, the AI Camera Assistant is ostensibly reacting to the scene, subject, and lighting to dynamically suggest the best alterations for that specific moment — that’s the AI of it all.
—
Dominic Preston,
The Verge,
23 June 2026
The combination of a structure design that did not meet building codes and alterations made to it over its 40 years meant that the other parts of the pool deck weren’t strong enough to withstand the extra load, leading to the type of slow-motion collapse.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
The other alterations may have contributed to the damning one.
—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
22 June 2026
Many reviewers, including petite shoppers, note that the pants hit at just the right length without needing alterations, and the inseam works well with both flats and heels.
—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Adding the verses violated MLB rules banning uniform alterations, and the players involved received verbal warnings but were not fined or penalized.
—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
19 June 2026
However, more and more retailers are now releasing petite-friendly styles, and Quince has excelled at crafting high-quality wardrobe essentials that don’t require any alterations.
—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
But with more than a month in between mandatory minicamp and training camp, there could still be some alterations made to the group of 91 players.
—
Mike Kaye
june 16,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alterations
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In late March, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved changes to the county’s fireworks ordinance that increased penalties for violations.
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The seating changes will require a full stadium reseating process ahead of the 2027 season, though officials said fewer season-ticket holders are expected to be affected than originally anticipated.
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Advocates said special education doesn’t belong in a health department, which usually treats disabilities as conditions to manage, instead of differences in how children learn.
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Sources told Axios that both sides agreed to halt attacks on each other and meet in Qatar on Tuesday to resolve differences over the Strait of Hormuz.
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Using original photographs, and input from the Pourtout archives, the restoration team reversed the ungainly Saoutchik body modifications, and the curved windshield and twin rear-window design returned.
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Specifically, policymakers cite the importance of more preventive care in addition to lifestyle modifications such as a better diet and more exercise that improve health independent of healthcare provision.
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“Alterations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alterations. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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