as in transformation
a change from one state or condition to another
We want to have a smooth transition when the new owners take control of the company. the sometimes difficult transition from childhood to adulthood The country made a peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.
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Recent Examples of transition
Another key challenge is the transition from today’s internet to quantum internet.
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The president also said there's going to be a transition cost, transition problems.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2025
The collection transitions easily from day to evening.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
We are committed to engaging with the public, licensing jurisdictions and states to facilitate a smooth transition to REAL ID enforcement beginning May 7, 2025.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The president also said there's going to be a transition cost, transition problems.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2025
The collection transitions easily from day to evening.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Apr. 2025
We are committed to engaging with the public, licensing jurisdictions and states to facilitate a smooth transition to REAL ID enforcement beginning May 7, 2025.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transition
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In 2017, Shannon was the focus of her own WEtv show Mama June: From Not to Hot, which followed her dramatic weight loss transformation.—
McKinley Franklin,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The depictions of the Penitent Magdalene are no less striking for their transformation over time, through each artist’s imagination—or for beginning with the wrong Mary.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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Structural shifts such as Disney+’s ESPN integration and DAZN’s Foxtel acquisition are expected to reshape the competitive landscape, though weakening consumer sentiment presents potential headwinds.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Structural shifts in the Australian market, such as Disney+’s ESPN integration in 2025 and DAZN’s Foxtel acquisition, are also likely to continue.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Out back, there’s a sleek new pool and detached garage, primed for conversion.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
18 Apr. 2025
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That's good news as purple and green longitudinal chromatic aberration that's often visible with bright aperture lenses is all but impossible to remove with software, black-and-white conversions aside.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
17 Apr. 2025
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There will be a note in Chelsea’s accounts — as there was this year in relation to the hotel sales — detailing if an adjustment has been made to the price.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Each adjustment can trigger a full redeploy, slowing development to a crawl.—
Dan Rogers,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Transition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transition. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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