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alteration

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


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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

But in another alteration, Damon’s Odysseus fires an arrow into the already blinded Cyclops’ eye as he escapes, giving the monster’s father, Poseidon, a new reason to make his journey home miserable.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

Alfonsi refused, arguing — correctly, as it turned out — that administration officials refused to appear on air and that any alteration would reflect poorly on the network.

From Salon Jun. 1, 2026

Eve Higgins replaces Nancy McGillivray, who is not involved in the matchday squad, at centre in the sole alteration from the 26-7 defeat against France in Clermont two weeks ago.

From BBC May 7, 2026

The alteration of the single amino acid was discovered by Vernon Ingram, a former student of Max Perutz’s.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee

Castillo, at a hearing earlier this year, said she understands the concept of gene-editing animals for health reasons, but doesn’t want to see the alterations for cosmetic reasons.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

There will be temporary alterations to some bus stops and pick-up points around City Hall.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

Over the years Universal has been required to make alterations to its attractions, such as replacing some live special effects in its “Waterworld” show with prerecorded digital tracks.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

In the case of the former Pfizer building, Domani inspector John McMonagle is listed on permits as being responsible for the inspection of structural steel and the structural stability of alterations to existing buildings.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

“Or, I mean, often I’ll just buy vintage and do the alterations myself.”

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi




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