as in varying
not staying constant
a changing wind made sailing a challenge
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1
as in modifying
to make different in some way
my wife has changed the look of our living room more times than we care to remember
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as in shifting
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
the weather in New England is constantly changing
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3
as in exchanging
to give up (something) and take something else in return
would you mind changing your seat so my friends can sit together?
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Recent Examples of changing
Evan Moore
december 19,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Dec. 2025
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
One is mainly about efficiency, while the other is about changing outcomes.
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Andy Springer,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The company argued that EPA regulations prohibit manufacturers from changing safety warnings without the agency’s prior approval, which Monsanto never asked to do.
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Sarah J. Morath,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
This allows the robot to operate autonomously in complete darkness, harsh sunlight, and rapidly changing lighting conditions while maintaining accurate mapping, obstacle detection, and path planning for uninterrupted inspections and patrols.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
On the eve of the United States’ birthday, take a trip with The Associated Press across a changing Washington.
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Gary Fields,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Anna Moneymaker | Getty Images The outlook for an initial public offering from artificial intelligence platform OpenAI is changing after a New York Times report said the company may delay a debut on the public market until next year.
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Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
Your perspective is changing, but choosing to stay politely objective or undecided will no longer suffice, Libra.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Adjective
In some studies, gloves not changed between tasks had higher bacterial counts and could transfer germs just as easily as ungloved hands, underscoring the need for frequent changing and proper hand hygiene.
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Evan Moore
december 19,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Dec. 2025
Verb
The reason is that the administration has shrunk the requirements for reports of immunization from states, changing the reports from mandated to voluntary.
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Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
One is mainly about efficiency, while the other is about changing outcomes.
—
Andy Springer,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The company argued that EPA regulations prohibit manufacturers from changing safety warnings without the agency’s prior approval, which Monsanto never asked to do.
—
Sarah J. Morath,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
This allows the robot to operate autonomously in complete darkness, harsh sunlight, and rapidly changing lighting conditions while maintaining accurate mapping, obstacle detection, and path planning for uninterrupted inspections and patrols.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
On the eve of the United States’ birthday, take a trip with The Associated Press across a changing Washington.
—
Gary Fields,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Anna Moneymaker | Getty Images The outlook for an initial public offering from artificial intelligence platform OpenAI is changing after a New York Times report said the company may delay a debut on the public market until next year.
—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
Your perspective is changing, but choosing to stay politely objective or undecided will no longer suffice, Libra.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for changing
Adjective
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This is a recurring injury for Smith, who has missed five of the last nine games due to varying levels of discomfort in his calf.
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Even within a single day, temporary weight shifts are common and are often due to varying levels of fluid retention.
Verb
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The report’s authors recommend modifying the fence sections so that there is a large animal jump at least every 1,000 feet, along with ground openings for small mammals every 500 feet.
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The companies are also modifying the electrical characteristics of the devices in other ways.
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Multiple soccer writers are reporting on social media that this game could also move time, shifting an hour later, potentially due to weather, but also possibly due to the potential overlap with the England-Mexico game.
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Trump has redirected federal money to help finance billions of dollars of renovations, shifting hundreds of thousands of dollars in funds from National Parks and other programs.
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The former couple was very public with their romance, posting photos from their getaways on Instagram and exchanging kisses at award shows.
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Swift and Kelce are exchanging vows at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, according to the Associated Press.
Adjective
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Household financial resilience also remains uneven, even when many adults report doing okay or living comfortably.
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The uneven workmanship of the double stitching suggests the giant flag was likely made by amateurs, curators with the historical society have determined.
Verb
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Pulling the data off a hard drive or USB drive without altering files or metadata like timestamps also takes skill, Ries says.
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Artificial intelligence is fundamentally altering America's economic geography, enabling businesses to operate globally while reducing reliance on traditional urban hubs.
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That kind of determination may involve job duties, transportation, treatment side effects, fluctuating symptoms and the difference between working sometimes and working consistently.
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Even summer packing lists call for a lightweight layer to beat fluctuating cabin temperatures and breezy oceanfront evenings, which is why the BeCalm Wrap-front Long-sleeve Shirt is a no-brainer buy at 38 percent off.
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Customization options include swapping sour cream for Greek yogurt and adding garnishes like bacon or herbs.
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Its portfolio includes battery-electric, hybrid, and hydrogen fuel cell machines, along with battery-swapping and plug-in charging solutions.
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“Changing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/changing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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