modify
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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
California’s current public health monitoring protocol includes daily temperature checks, assessment for any symptoms consistent with hantavirus, and direction to modify activities as necessary.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
The Air Force says that $400 million to modify the plane went to security measures, not aesthetics.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 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
Without prodding, Post said quietly, “I don’t think I shall advocate that dome; probably I shall modify the building.”
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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