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
In his ruling, Leon rejected the idea that past alterations and improvements to the White House, made without congressional authorization, mean that an entire new wing can be built without such approval.
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
If authority demands alterations to your plans at the last minute, suggest a practical adjustment that preserves quality, because enduring leadership earns trust without drama.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2026
Public health programs and policies are strong determinants of nutritional status, which has direct consequences on individuals’ health, as seen by recent cuts to food assistance programs, rollbacks on community water fluoridation, and alterations to the Dietary Guidelines process.
—Christopher Duggan, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
Dress alterations are done in a frenzy of violent tears and sharp slices.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
British negotiators proposed a new border, but this was rejected by the Americans, who were opposed to any alterations of the 1783 treaty.
—Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Even so, a few layout alterations and cosmetic updates, like opening up small spaces and inviting in more light, were called for.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
Her Dior dress required some last-minute alterations.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Some do alterations, others help with measurements and others with tracking down the right items.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
If authority demands alterations to your plans at the last minute, suggest a practical adjustment that preserves quality, because enduring leadership earns trust without drama.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2026
Public health programs and policies are strong determinants of nutritional status, which has direct consequences on individuals’ health, as seen by recent cuts to food assistance programs, rollbacks on community water fluoridation, and alterations to the Dietary Guidelines process.
—Christopher Duggan, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
Dress alterations are done in a frenzy of violent tears and sharp slices.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
British negotiators proposed a new border, but this was rejected by the Americans, who were opposed to any alterations of the 1783 treaty.
—Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Even so, a few layout alterations and cosmetic updates, like opening up small spaces and inviting in more light, were called for.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
Her Dior dress required some last-minute alterations.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Some do alterations, others help with measurements and others with tracking down the right items.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alterations
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Because there’s no telling how many times this bell will ring before changes are ushered in.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Even minor changes in clouds, wind or storms can force delays, especially for a mission of this scale.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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In an Entertainment Weekly interview published March 31, director Craig Gillespie says the movie will explore the differences between Kara and Clark's upbringings.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Thermal imaging and rugged design for professional use One of the key features of the WP61 series is thermal imaging, which allows users to detect heat signatures and temperature differences.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2026
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In contrast to bicycles, e-bikes can go up to 30 mph, and even faster with modifications.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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The theory of evolution, one of the keystones of modern biological theory, is based on the idea that living things on Earth can be traced back to other preexisting types and that the differences are due to modifications that occurred over successive generations.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Alterations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alterations. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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