modifications

noun

plural of modification
as in alterations
the act, process, or result of making different the rough draft needed only a few modifications before it was ready to hand in

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Recent Examples of modifications After some major modifications, it's set to begin its five-year mission peering at new supernovas, distant galaxies and planets orbiting stars outside our solar system. — Berly McCoy, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026 In April, Spinnova began trial runs at the demonstration factory to test modifications aimed at improving production efficiency and fiber quality. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026 These modifications matter in the bigger picture for a franchise that has not won a playoff game since 2019. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Its license plate readers capture plate numbers along with vehicle characteristics such as make, model and color, and some Flock systems can identify distinguishing features such as bumper stickers or aftermarket modifications. — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Roush is best known for high-performance automotive engineering, aftermarket modifications for Ford vehicles—especially the Ford Mustang—and success in professional motorsports. — Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Counter walked IndieWire through a maze of electrical and ventilation equipment that has accumulated additions and modifications over the decades — all of it above a massive pitch-black attic. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 20 Aug. 2026 Legacy Effects also made modifications to the suits for season two that allowed the stunt performers to literally take a load off between takes. — Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026 The Village Board approved modifications that allow the building to be constructed 30 feet, rather than 50 feet, away from existing wetlands. — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifications
  1. alterations
  2. changes
  3. differences
Noun
  • The tumor was an oligodendroglioma, a malignant tumor defined by two genetic alterations.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Every month, those cameras capture billions of license plates and other details about cars, including makes, models, colors and any alterations.
    — Meg Anderson, NPR, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of alterations
Noun
  • How widespread those changes will be is a compelling question.
    — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The interior is probably the biggest improvement without having the same visually jarring impact the exterior’s changes have.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of changes
Noun
  • Palal acknowledged that Davis’ accounts of the killing evolved over the years but argued those differences reflected Davis’ changing motivations and efforts to protect himself.
    — Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
  • This approach improved statistical reliability while still allowing regional differences in climate and heat adaptation to be reflected.
    — Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of differences

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“Modifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifications. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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