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
Another key challenge is the transition from today’s internet to quantum internet.
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The president also said there's going to be a transition cost, transition problems.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2025
The collection transitions easily from day to evening.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
We are committed to engaging with the public, licensing jurisdictions and states to facilitate a smooth transition to REAL ID enforcement beginning May 7, 2025.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The president also said there's going to be a transition cost, transition problems.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2025
The collection transitions easily from day to evening.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
We are committed to engaging with the public, licensing jurisdictions and states to facilitate a smooth transition to REAL ID enforcement beginning May 7, 2025.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for transition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transition
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In 2017, Shannon was the focus of her own WEtv show Mama June: From Not to Hot, which followed her dramatic weight loss transformation.—
McKinley Franklin,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The show is partially set before the events of Revenge of the Sith, which ends with Anakin’s transformation into Darth Vader after being severely injured in a lightsaber duel with Obi-Wan.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
19 Apr. 2025
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For most companies, making such a shift would require committing hundreds of millions, or even billions, of dollars to building and expanding U.S. factories, economists say.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2025
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The shift from print to digital has disrupted traditional media hierarchies, yet Black women still struggle to access opportunities.—
Joce Blake,
Essence,
22 Apr. 2025
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Out back, there’s a sleek new pool and detached garage, primed for conversion.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
18 Apr. 2025
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This is especially painful for individuals who are approaching Medicare eligibility, as a conversion might result in substantially higher premiums for Medicare Part B and Part D prescription coverage.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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There will be a note in Chelsea’s accounts — as there was this year in relation to the hotel sales — detailing if an adjustment has been made to the price.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Smith, who turned 20 last month, played the wing the last few months of the season, helping his adjustment to the NHL.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Transition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transition. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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