ameliorations

noun

Definition of ameliorationsnext
plural of amelioration
as in refinements

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  1. refinements
  2. enhancements
  3. breakthroughs
  4. developments
Noun
  • Because of refinements in data collection and methodology, the new results are not directly comparable to prior NSCRC reports on degree completion rates.
    Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Urgent need to build and deploy new reactors A critical part of Radiant’s phase two work will include developing documentation for the Preliminary Documented Safety Analysis (PDSA) and implementing critical design refinements.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of refinements
Noun
  • In the past, the attraction’s down time has been used not only to prepare a new figure representing the incoming president but also for maintenance on its existing figures or enhancements to the structure.
    Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Delta executives announced the YouTube deal and other flight-experience enhancements to its Delta Sync platform as the aviation giant gave an expansive presentation Tuesday evening at the Sphere in Las Vegas, in connection with the Consumer Electronics Show.
    Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of enhancements
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  • These leaders possess the courage to make bold decisions in the face of ambiguity, often leading to significant breakthroughs that can transform entire industries.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • This hypothetical system would surpass human intelligence in all domains, enabling breakthroughs in science, economics, and governance.
    Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of breakthroughs
Noun
  • Each decade has its own indelible character; at the beginning of a new one journalists hold an unofficial contest to try to be the first to characterize, and more importantly name, the latest developments in our culture.
    Jim Greer, SPIN, 24 Dec. 2024
  • These developments have empowered women like Megan Thee Stallion to challenge entrenched norms and advocate for their reputations in real time.
    Sughnen Yongo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of developments
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