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change

[cheynj] / tʃeɪndʒ /


NOUN
act or fact of making different or becoming different
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Usage

What is another way to say change? To change is to make a material difference so that something is distinctly different from what it was: to change one's opinion. To alter is to make some partial change, as in appearance, while still preserving the identity: to alter a dress, as by raising the hem (to change a dress would mean to put on a different one).

Example Sentences

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Scientists conducted the study to better understand how diet, a factor people can change, might influence the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

Holidaymakers have been urged not to change their travel plans as there is currently no fuel shortage in the UK and there are contingency plans in place.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

The right to change religion is unqualified by its nature, but the right to try to change someone’s religion can’t be unqualified without interfering with and violating others’ religious freedom.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Analysts warn that the sharp drop in oil prices may be premature since there has been no change to supply and a deal is still far from certain.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

So I leave them piled on the desk for now, change into running clothes, and head outside.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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