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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sterilizes
alters
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Under the influence for the first time, the drug trip alters her sense of morals to deadly, comedic proportions.—
Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
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The order alters the timeline for decommissioning Schahfer, according to the statement, but NIPCSO’s long-term plan to transition to sustainable energy remains unchanged.—
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“Sterilizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sterilizes. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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