altering

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Changes in mortgage rates can make a borrower more or less likely to refinance, altering the projected duration of the loan’s payouts to investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Studies suggest the cold blob influences atmospheric circulation by altering the path and speed of the jet stream that flows west to east across the continent.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

Their bodies also activate different biological pathways associated with wax production, effectively altering how they function while performing this task.

From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026

The fire in Boyle Heights entered its sixth day with several schools altering operations and regulators issuing air quality warnings for a large swath of the region.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

“I am glad you admit the fact so freely, Madame. Will you now tell me your reasons for so doing and also for altering your Christian name on your passport.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie