modify
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Washington is now seeking to modify the agreement to allow for American troops to stay in Greenland indefinitely, beyond potential Greenlandic independence from Denmark, according to the officials.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The solution would be either a cost-cap allowance to modify the chassis to accept larger tanks, or slightly shorter races.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Todd Spitzer has vowed to prosecute parents who allow their children to ride e-motorcycles, or modify e-bikes to function as such, calling the devices a “loaded weapon.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
"Foreign partners are starting to use local Chinese partners' technology or EV platforms to modify -- or actually directly build a new car -- based on their Chinese partners' car."
From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026
They are almost invariably in the best position to learn new information early, modify their behavior, take advantage of the latest treatments, and have the cost covered by insurance.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
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