as in transformation
a change in form, appearance, or use
the metamorphosis of caterpillars into butterflies the metamorphosis of the abandoned factory into a mixed-use property
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This metamorphosis has been driven by a boom in premium and artisanal tequilas that showcase the spirit's craftsmanship and heritage.
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Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Much of the credit for that unexpected metamorphosis goes to Gersten, who muscled her way into a subgenre — the topless temptation — once dominated by men.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
The skids are already greased for this metamorphosis.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 10 Jan. 2025
Below, the designer researcher discloses all the details that went into the metamorphosis of her moody blue bedroom.
—Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 3 Jan. 2025
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Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Much of the credit for that unexpected metamorphosis goes to Gersten, who muscled her way into a subgenre — the topless temptation — once dominated by men.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
The skids are already greased for this metamorphosis.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 10 Jan. 2025
Below, the designer researcher discloses all the details that went into the metamorphosis of her moody blue bedroom.
—Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 3 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for metamorphosis
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“Metamorphosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metamorphosis. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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