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modify v.
transform v.

VERB

modify

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adapt adjust correct customize repair reshape revise rework tweak vary

STRONG

become convert doctor mutate recast redo refashion reform remodel reorganize transfigure transform transmogrify transmute turn

WEAK

switch over turn one around turn over new leaf turn the corner turn the tables

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disarrange disorder remain spoil stay unfit

STRONG

hurt

WEAK

grow increase leave alone stagnate

VERB

transform

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alter convert mold mutate reconstruct remodel revamp revolutionize transfer translate

STRONG

commute cook denature doctor metamorphose renew switch transfigure transmogrify transmute transpose

WEAK

make over sing different tune switch over turn around turn over new leaf turn the corner turn the tables

Antonyms

STRONGEST

hold keep remain

WEAK

leave alone preserve stagnate

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shift gears

OK, let’s shift gears from midterm mischief to evening entertainment.

From Slate ● Sep. 24, 2026

Or if you’re doing well in your career but taking time to shift gears, then you can bet on your future self.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026

As that market became less welcoming to transgressive weirdos, the author began to shift gears.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

The ability to shift gears, like in a car, allows for control of the degree or direction of motion generated, making machines more versatile.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 19, 2024

“I know you are, Joey. We all are. But we can stop being sorry now. It’s time to shift gears and make sure it doesn’t happen again. Okay?”

From "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key" by Jack Gantos

shift gears

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