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 Diplomats in Haiti had raised concerns about the modifications ahead of publication. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026 Rolex engineers reworked the movement with some 200 modifications, renaming it Caliber 4030. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 Those systems support modifications, upgrades and integration work around the aircraft’s mission architecture. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026 Among those expecting changes, 72% anticipate bathroom modifications and 71% expect changes that improve access into or around the house. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026 Among adults 50 and older who expect to need home modifications, 72% anticipate bathroom changes like grab bars or non-slip tile, according to AARP. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026 Recent technical examinations reveal several modifications beneath the pictorial surface. — Sarah Belmont, ARTnews.com, 29 Sep. 2026 Platform modifications at the 47th Avenue station were scheduled to last through Wednesday, but service at the station, located in the Brentwood neighborhood, resumed Saturday, RT spokesperson Jessica Gonzalez said in an email. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2026 The best way forward would be to start over, or at least to negotiate modifications to the June accord’s terms. — Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifications
  1. alterations
  2. changes
  3. differences
Noun
  • Recently, the Griffin MSI also announced plans for alterations to the North Portico where the main entrance has always been, in the form of a welcome hall.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The hotel continues to honor the building's textile history, offering guests an alterations service provided by the professionals at Santa Eulalia, the most prestigious tailors in Barcelona.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of alterations
Noun
  • The electronic shelf labels make frequent changes easier but don't necessarily lead to higher prices during periods of strong demand.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
  • After the rocky start, Saturday night seemed to be going smoother, with a new ticket system and other changes.
    — Isabel Rivera, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of changes
Noun
  • Mann commented that one of the differences between his approach to content creation and the legacy businesses is the speed of development and production.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Consumer spending resilience may be better explained by generations than by income differences, said economist Ed Yardeni, president and chief investment strategist of Yardeni Research.
    — Sharon Epperson, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of differences

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“Modifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifications. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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