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alteration

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


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Initially declared a success with "no visible alteration" to the 70-metre-long tapestry following its arrival, France last week said two broken threads were spotted during a full condition check.

From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026

If Meta did enact such changes, it would mark a significant alteration to the experience of its platforms.

From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026

It did strike me as odd, however, that “Tony” is forged on a factual alteration that diverts Tony from the kitchen far too often — the movie’s cardinal sin.

From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2026

The diversity of those compounds provides further evidence that the Hillsborough material experienced more extensive alteration by water than most other CM-type meteorites.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 8, 2026

I loved looking at patterns; each one with alteration ideas was a solid set of instructions packed with possibilities.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry

Ordinarily, adaptations of classic novels—or movies—not only necessitate updates and alterations: They tell us why we’re here—why remake an oft-told tale, if there’s nothing new to say?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

This included growth in residential building in July, driven by a rise in home alterations and improvements as well as new construction of most dwelling types.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

Applications consider whether any alterations would preserve or enhance the area's character.

From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026

The physical changes in the muscles were accompanied by alterations in proteins and enzymes involved in the metabolic processes that produce energy for muscle activity.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 22, 2026

“I had to make some slight alterations because of the lighting,” says Cinna.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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