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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).

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During the Depression, our nation experienced a total collapse in demand, not a massive technological change.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

“It’s really about placing trust in all of us to effect change in the world.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Today I’m diving into what the summit could mean for several different sectors and companies, as well as areas where investors aren’t likely to see much change despite the buzzy headlines.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

"Deep-sea ecosystems are vast, remote and expensive to study, yet they face growing pressure from climate change, fishing and resource extraction," Associate Professor Richards said.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

I stopped twice to feed them bits of frozen meat and change their boots.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell




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