Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

modifying

  • present participle of modify.

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Modifying these programs to improve their efficiencies and flatten growth of the government’s spending trajectory, on a fair and equitable basis, is certainly possible.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

Modifying the chemical composition of these gapmer ASOs can both increase their ability to target molecules for degradation and decrease the toxic side effects of the treatment.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2024

Modifying the name to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport will change that, they say.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 10, 2024

Modifying methods, promoting data sharing, unifying reporting and emphasizing rapid analysis could go a long way.

From Scientific American • Aug. 22, 2023

Modifying should circle, not the nearer verb had sworn.

From The Lady of the Lake by Scott, Walter, Sir