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modify

[mod-uh-fahy] / ˈmɒd əˌfaɪ /




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These modified mice produced a slightly altered version of a liver protein that affects hundreds of genes involved in fat metabolism.

From Science Daily

Supporters even circulated online images of a modified Batman action figure, with “Harfuch” emblazoned on the chest.

From Los Angeles Times

However, the remaining aircraft which are older versions will need new hardware as well and will need to be taken out of service to be modified.

From BBC

“As a whole it could be the basis for some future agreement,” Putin said of the original draft plan shared with Moscow, which has since been modified with Ukrainian and European input.

From The Wall Street Journal

But it also notes that “the final decision to modify suppression action” will be based upon factors such as “the probability of threat to life and/or property” and “the availability of fire suppression resources.”

From Los Angeles Times