alteration
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Eve Higgins replaces Nancy McGillivray, who is not involved in the matchday squad, at centre in the sole alteration from the 26-7 defeat against France in Clermont two weeks ago.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Among other counts, he’s charged with conspiracy and “destruction, alteration, or falsification” of government documents.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Their analysis indicates that much of the iron was highly "weathered," meaning it had undergone extensive chemical alteration over time.
From Science Daily • Feb. 4, 2026
She cites an alteration in the “tone of their correspondence,” pointing to “a declaration, a recognition, or more” that “changes everything.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025
He was also aware of a change in the class, a subtle alteration of mood and atmosphere.
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
Vocabulary lists containing alteration
Vocabulary from The Articles of Confederation
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