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alteration

[awl-tuh-rey-shuhn] / ˌɔl təˈreɪ ʃən /


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This alteration appears to make the protein excessively active, fueling harmful inflammation.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

This alteration doesn’t make the film’s action less compelling, merely PG-rated and all-ages friendly.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Among other counts, he’s charged with conspiracy and “destruction, alteration, or falsification” of government documents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

That dispute is settled, without major alteration to the Senate’s character.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

He was followed by Johnnie Voight, Cleve Goins, and Doc Ratteree but the order of their entry was subject to caprice and alteration.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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