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noun

plural of refit
as in modifications

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verb

present tense third-person singular of refit
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as in remodels

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as in arms

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  1. modifications
  2. remodels
  3. prepares
  4. alterations
  5. redesigns
  6. allots
  7. transformations
  8. reworks
Noun
  • To accommodate these experiments, the Concorde 001 prototype underwent significant modifications, notably the creation of four portholes in the ceiling, with one dedicated window for each experiment.
    — Dhananjay Khadilkar, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The research that was conducted in Wuhan with federal support involved modifications to bat viruses to study their potential impact on humans.
    — Joe Walsh, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of modifications
Verb
  • More than just structural support For decades, scientists have known that bone provides support, stores minerals and continuously remodels itself.
    — Priya Bhardwaj, The Conversation, 22 June 2026
  • The push in beauty comes at a time when Walmart is doubling down on the style category, giving beauty, fashion and home prime real estate adjacent to the highly trafficked grocery or pharmacy departments in about 100 stores, with more to be added as the company remodels existing formats.
    — Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 23 Dec. 2025
Definition of remodels
Verb
  • In a video shared online, the newlywed prepares for a summer of thrills by throwing on some Six Flags merchandise.
    — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
  • This prepares them for an unpredictable future, fostering competence and confidence.
    — Lisa Schade, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of prepares
Noun
  • That change will be accompanied by significant alterations to the competition structure, which includes divisions and a new postseason format.
    — Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Some alterations were made for the WPBL, including a temporary outfield fence that shortened the center field fence from 415 to 330 feet and other dimensions accordingly.
    — James Raia, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of alterations
Verb
  • This process works fine until someone redesigns the page and that ID changes.
    — Asad Khan, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Subaru redesigns its midsize SUV without deviating from winning formula.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 July 2026
Definition of redesigns
Verb
  • When a team allots minutes to so many young players simultaneously, lapses in concentration and on-court mistakes are bound to happen.
    — Josh Robbins, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Definition of allots
Noun
  • Every form of leadership is fraught with challenges, transitional struggles and transformations.
    — Nishtha Sareen, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Announcing the decision that day, Hochul stated that society is currently undergoing one of the most dramatic economic transformations in generations—perhaps even in history.
    — , CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of transformations
Verb
  • New this year is the Paddock Building, which reworks the saddling area with new dining and social spaces overlooking the Saddling Paddock and Stakes Winner's Circle, worth a look even on a day without racing.
    — Jill Barth, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Snooz reworks that moment so the treat aligns with the goal of actually falling asleep afterward.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 17, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
Definition of reworks
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