transposing

verb

Definition of transposingnext
present participle of transpose
1
as in transforming
to change in form, appearance, or use the snappy pop song was transposed into a ballad through a reworking of instrumentation and a change in key

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2
as in removing
to change the place or position of after the ex-governor's scandals belatedly came to light, his portrait was transposed to a quiet corner of the statehouse

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transposing
  1. transforming
  2. removing
  3. transferring
  4. relocating
  5. shifting
  6. transporting
Verb
  • Post-game follow-ups help extend the campaign’s life, transforming a single ad into a sustained narrative.
    Gary Drenik, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • The reality is that AI is transforming how teams operate.
    Daria Rudnik, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of transforming
Verb
  • The acids in toner can also act as chemical exfoliants, removing any extra dead skin cells or other debris that might build up.
    Amanda Svachula, Health, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Start by removing the old hardware using a screwdriver, saving the screws if needed, and clean the surface to remove any residue.
    Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of removing
Verb
  • The particles are too small, however, to reflect the sun's heat-energy-transferring infrared light.
    Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Assad's departure also led analysts and government officials to claim that Russia may be transferring some of its military assets from Syria's Tartus naval base and Hmeimim air base to Libya.
    Hugh Cameron, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of transferring
Verb
  • On Thursday, Waterloo Records announced that the iconic store will be changing ownership and relocating from 600 North Lamar Blvd in 2025 after 35 years of business at this location.
    Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 2 Jan. 2025
  • The couple signed a multiyear deal with Netflix, reported to be worth $100 million after stepping back from their royal roles and relocating to her home state of California in 2020.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of relocating
Verb
  • New Ways of Getting Around In 2025, unique transportation options are shifting the way travelers explore the world.
    Caroline Tell, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The landscape is shifting, but that also means a ton of opportunities are cropping up in roles that promise not just serious paychecks but also long-term growth and security.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of shifting
Verb
  • Pre-boxing make sense for storing, transporting and launching small attack drones, by the dozen or by the hundred.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • However, new planes are still coming off the line and safely transporting passengers around the world.
    Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of transporting
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transposing

transubstantiate

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