as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
the rough draft needed only a few modifications before it was ready to hand in
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Recent Examples of modification
Furthermore, the files are stored in a system that logs the modification times of every file.
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Alex Reisner, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Ali and Mahmoud were both legally able to purchase firearms, and investigators allegedly uncovered numerous purchases of guns and modifications through bank records and his browsing history, according to the complaint.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Habitat Modification Habitat modification makes the area around fruit trees a less attractive and less inviting space for mice, rabbits, and voles.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
Such modifications are legal only to a certain extent, according to San Diego police.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
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The break was necessary, though uncomfortable, to make some alterations before allowing this work to become my lifestyle again.—
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His medication was reportedly changed or adjusted before the killings, though an exact time frame for that alteration was not revealed.—
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In November 2025, Chief Jaime Moore was sworn in as the new head of the department following leadership changes, brought on by the handling of the Palisades Fire.—
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That simple change would introduce real competition, allowing merchants to choose lower-cost options and forcing the dominant players to compete on price and service--just like any other market.—
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Wrought Studio Lawandra Modern Upholstered Swivel Storage Chair To the naked eye, this may seem like a typical upholstered chair, but there’s one sneaky detail that makes a world of difference.—
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That’s for the college game, where the head coach is the star and the difference between the haves and have-nots is massive.—
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“Modification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modification. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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