alter
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That won’t alter the costs dramatically, but increasing the income ever-so-slightly every year will have a positive impact and can create a more psychologically satisfying experience for your fiancée as a landlord.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
The researchers say proactive, evidence based planning will become increasingly important as climate change continues to alter habitats and shift species distributions.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
Soaring ticket prices and extra security for US President Donald Trump do not alter the electric energy of fabled Madison Square Garden as it hosts games three and four of the NBA Finals.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Companies change guardrails, alter models and reshape AI personalities overnight.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
“And yet you took it upon yourself to alter the name in the passport?”
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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