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modifying

Pronunciation: [ˈmɒdɪfaɪɪŋ]

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Learn how to use modifying in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “change”

(verb) to make small changes to something to improve it or make it suitable for a certain purpose. Think of it like when you change your drawing a little bit to make it look better or fit what you want.

Example

She is modifying her bike to make it more comfortable for long rides.

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He decided not to modify his project because he thought it was already good enough.

Example

What are you modifying in your report to make it clearer?

Context: “language”

(verb) to change or add to a word or sentence to provide more detail or to change its meaning. It's like when you add more information to make your sentences nicer or clearer.

Example

Using adjectives is a way of modifying nouns to give more details.

Example

The sentence didn’t need modifying; it was already perfect as it was.

Example

How are you modifying your sentences to make them more interesting?

How to pronounce modifying

Pronunciation: [ˈmɒdɪfaɪɪŋ]

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