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alteration

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


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CI meteorites are carbon-rich remnants of the early Solar System that have undergone relatively little alteration over billions of years.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026

Is Julia’s changing perception a result of some fundamental alteration in her husband?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

Initially declared a success with "no visible alteration" to the 70-metre-long tapestry following its arrival, France last week said two broken threads were spotted during a full condition check.

From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 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

He was followed by Johnnie Voight, Cleve Goins, and Doc Ratteree but the order of their entry was subject to caprice and alteration.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy

Ordinarily, adaptations of classic novels—or movies—not only necessitate updates and alterations: They tell us why we’re here—why remake an oft-told tale, if there’s nothing new to say?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

Applications consider whether any alterations would preserve or enhance the area's character.

From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026

The physical changes in the muscles were accompanied by alterations in proteins and enzymes involved in the metabolic processes that produce energy for muscle activity.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 22, 2026

His alterations produced mixed results, in some places accelerating the flow too sharply and in others increasing the risk of flooding.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026

“But when the genetic manipulations began to take effect, the alterations had disastrous consequences. As it turns out, the attempt had resulted not in corrected genes, but in damaged ones,” David says.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth


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