transmogrifying

Definition of transmogrifyingnext
present participle of transmogrify

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for transmogrifying
Verb
  • But problems emerged as the department evolved to confront a mutating threat.
    Paul Rosenzweig, The Atlantic, 22 Mar. 2026
  • The footage also shows that Peter's DNA is mutating, which brings him to Mark Ruffalo's Bruce Banner for help.
    Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Their atoms are held together by strong chemical bonds and arranged in a stable crystal structure that resists deforming, even at extreme temperatures.
    Vitor Rielli, The Conversation, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Like stirring honey instead of water, deforming a thicker, more viscous interior requires more energy.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • The front has square glass block masonry on the lower half, which lets light in while reducing what's visible outside by distorting the view.
    Stefan Ionescu March 30, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Kyle is just outing herself as a gossip and is distorting what everyone has to say to try to one-up Dorit in her own life.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The trouble is, the new growth is highly susceptible to a disfiguring disease called Entomosporium leaf spot.
    Steve Bender, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Hollenbeck and Watkins were reacting to the news outlets’ series, which examined allegations of disfiguring injuries or even deaths tied to cosmetic surgeries.
    Fred Schulte, NBC news, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • This program places art in dialogue with the architecture and daily rhythm of the plaza, redefining what a sports arena can be for fans, players, and the public.
    News Desk, Artforum, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Fashion and beauty companies are redefining philanthropy as a core business function, not a standalone initiative, as industry leaders stressed at Monday’s Social Impact Summit in New York, hosted by the Social Impact Fund and the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) Foundation.
    Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • To what extent should these questions be overlooked if refashioning old movies will introduce them to new audiences?
    Holly Willis, The Conversation, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Gyllenhaal, who also wrote her film, has corrected the imbalance, refashioning the story from the Bride’s perspective and concocting a protagonist of unfiltered feminist fury.
    ABC News, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • That part of the plan includes improving 40 miles of summer trails and 10 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails and redesigning two trailheads that will encourage more people to recreate in the White River National Forest.
    John Meyer, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Students in the class this semester are redesigning the AI agent to smooth out some kinks, and Ipeirotis plans to use it in all his future classes.
    Jocelyn Gecker, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Costs such as landscaping or remodeling other parts of the house aren’t deductible.
    David Schepp, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The foundation is also remodeling more than 25 public elementary school yards in the Oakland Unified School District and has completed 15 new playgrounds so far.
    Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Transmogrifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transmogrifying. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.

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