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alteration

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


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To evaluate a dog’s alterations, said Packer, consider how much it deviates from the original archetype: the wolf.

From The Wall Street Journal

"The extent of the early alterations induced by hypertension was quite surprising," Dr. Pacholko said.

From Science Daily

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

They also want to install air conditioning, which would mean the house would no longer be certified as “passive,” an alteration that is understandable given how much the guy is sweating.

From New York Times

Second, satellite imagery revealed significant changes in areas designated for tourism and economic development, such as new building construction and other meaningful alterations.

From Science Daily