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alter

[awl-ter] / ˈɔl tər /




Usage

What is another way to say alter? To alter is to make some partial change, as in appearance, while still preserving the identity: to alter a dress, as by raising the hem (to change a dress would mean to put on a different one). To change is to make a material difference so that something is distinctly different from what it was: to change one's opinion. 

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Another new festival coming to Wales is Blackbird - a rock event at Cardiff Castle on 27 June, with acts including Skindred, Alter Bridge and Cardinal Black.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“I didn’t know that it was anything that would bypass any sort of verification,” said Alter, 43 years old, who splits his time between New York state and Canada.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

A search of X also shows that her post about Alter was the one that widely circulated ahead of his Sept. 11 firing.

From Salon • Sep. 23, 2025

Alter his routine too much, Kershaw worried, and his pitching might suffer.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025

“I’m afraid Alter already has a commitment tonight,” a teasing voice said from behind us.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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