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alterations

Pronunciation: [ɔːltəˈreɪʃənz]

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Learn how to use alterations in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “change”

(noun) alterations are changes made to something to improve it or make it fit better. Imagine you have a dress that is too long, and you cut it shorter. That's an alteration.

Example

She made several alterations to her dress to make it fit perfectly.

Example

He didn't like the alterations and decided to return the suit without them.

Example

What kind of alterations do you think this shirt needs?

Context: “fashion”

(noun) in fashion, alterations are the adjustments made to clothing so it looks better on a person. For example, a tailor might change the size of pants to fit someone’s waist.

Example

The tailor did a great job on the alterations for her wedding dress.

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They forgot to ask for alterations, so the suit was too big for him.

Example

How much will the alterations for my dress cost?

Context: “process”

(noun) alterations can also refer to changes in a process or plan, such as when something is revised or updated. This is like when your teacher changes the schedule for a field trip.

Example

The manager discussed the alterations to the project timeline with the team.

Example

The alterations to the plan were not sufficient to meet the deadline.

Example

What alterations to the program are necessary for better results?

How to pronounce alterations

Pronunciation: [ɔːltəˈreɪʃənz]

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