modify
verb (used with object)
to change somewhat the form or qualities of; alter partially; amend.
have modified
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present perfectof modify.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Most government offices will also be closed the Friday before the holiday, or may have modified hours, so it’s best to check ahead of time if any services are needed.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026
On Monday, 845 French schools were to be closed because of the heat, while another 1,800 have modified classroom hours to adapt to the weather.
From Barron's ● Jun. 21, 2026
"Here at Penn State, we have modified instrumentation that allows us to make isotopic measurements on really low abundances of organic compounds like glycine," Baczynski said.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 12, 2026
According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, 37 states have modified tax codes and regulatory structures specifically to attract data centers, with billions in exemptions granted annually.
From Salon ● Dec. 28, 2025
This lake he fixed upon as the true source, and since his published accounts many geographers and map-workers have modified their works according to his discoveries.
From Sword and Pen Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier by John Algernon Owens
