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modernize

[mod-er-nahyz] / ˈmɒd ərˌnaɪz /


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Washington says the company has also worked with Russian defense entities to modernize Soviet-era weapons systems.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

Before becoming U.S. chief operating officer this year, Anderson served as the head of McDonald’s global business services unit, where she sought to speed up and modernize operations.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

Supervisors have heralded Measure G as a transformative move that will modernize county government and reduce the concentration of power among the board’s members.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

When Julie Masino became Cracker Barrel’s CEO in 2023, she arrived with plans to modernize a restaurant chain known for breakfast, meatloaf, rocking chairs and a homespun atmosphere.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

"I figured I shouldn't dress you traditionally. It's time to modernize Belles, in my humble opinion. Du Barry has been so ancient in her preparations," he says under his breath.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton

Supporters of Palantir’s work argue that it modernizes outdated government IT systems, bringing them closer to the kind of integrated analytics that are routine in the private sector.

From Salon Aug. 30, 2025

Lloyd modernizes the stagecraft, injecting avant-garde intrigue into what is ultimately a commercial enterprise.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 12, 2024

Foreign Minister Antonia Urrejola "is going to travel to Brussels to close and sign the political agreement that modernizes the Association Agreement," Boric said during a speech at an event for foreign and local investors.

From Reuters Dec. 6, 2022

Moving forward, the exhibition design modernizes: the wainscoting recedes, the colored walls fade away, and in the last room we encounter Turner in the anachronistic surrounds of a contemporary white cube.

From New York Times Apr. 7, 2022

He modernizes elaborately Solomon's speech at the dedication of the sanctuary, and converts it into an apology for the Jews of his own day.

From Josephus by Norman Bentwich

However, I can say Josh Dylan and Antonia Thomas do justice to their modernized versions of Christie’s power couple Tommy Beresford and Tuppence Cowley.

From Salon Sep. 4, 2026

The first DHC-515 -- the modernized version of the water bomber -- will go to Greece, Cote said, "in early 2028."

From Barron's Jul. 28, 2026

During my first 100 days leading the agency, we strengthened and modernized our strategies to address any bad actors in these markets and have brought enforcement actions against those who violated federal laws.

From The Wall Street Journal May 1, 2026

“Lovingly stewarded by the same family for nearly 70 years, this grand residence has been thoughtfully updated and modernized in preparation for the next chapter in its illustrious history.”

From MarketWatch Apr. 14, 2026

Some of the stores were old with graceful eaves and cornices; others had been modernized or sterilized with plate glass windows and neon; still others were new.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy

Making Shakespeare’s plays accessible is a noble goal, but there are other ways to go about this beyond modernizing the text and diluting its lyrical beauty and nuance.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 5, 2026

Bisignano, who has an extensive background in financial technology, has also set his eyes on modernizing the SSA’s systems.

From MarketWatch Aug. 21, 2026

The move, which has Ford competing for the project with crosstown rival GM, comes as the Pentagon pushes automakers to put their manufacturing power toward modernizing and replenishing military hardware.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

He has espoused a vision of modernizing PayPal’s technology and slashing costs aggressively to reinvest in growth.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

He was in his forties and had talked about modernizing law enforcement in the region.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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