modifies

verb

Definition of modifiesnext
present tense third-person singular of modify
1
as in alters
to limit the meaning of (as a noun) adjectives are words that modify nouns, while adverbs can modify adjectives and verbs

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2
as in changes
to make different in some way he modified the appliance so that it would run more quietly

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  1. alters
  2. qualifies
  3. transforms
Verb
  • This research may also provide insights into how humans will continue to evolve in response to future environmental challenges, particularly as climate change alters the world’s ecosystems and potentially creates new survival pressures.
    Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Ringing in your ears is likely caused by inner ear damage that alters how your brain processes sound.
    Carley Millhone, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of alters
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  • In another panel, a panelist inaccurately described what qualifies as a stakeholder in the EU.
    Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Here’s a rundown on who qualifies for a test-free renewal and the hoops seniors still need to jump through.
    Jon Healey, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of qualifies
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  • The book follows Brett Lyons, who transforms into the Lethal Leopard a hybrid Anubis, to take down the demons who rise from the underworld.
    Marc Berman, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • From simulations to race day, AT&T’s advanced network technology, including fiber and Global VPN, transforms how Oracle Red Bull Racing collects, analyzes and utilizes data.
    Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 18 Oct. 2024
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