reform
noun
the improvement or amendment of what is wrong, corrupt, unsatisfactory, etc..
is reforming
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present progressiveof reform (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Another challenge for Burnham if he does spend more on defence is reforming defence procurement - buying and developing planes, ships, vehicles and weapons - which has been historically wasteful.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier, who has said in open session the transit agency is reforming too slowly, didn’t reply to an interview request for this story.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 26, 2023
His party's top goal, though, is reforming lawmaking and policy.
From Reuters ● Nov. 16, 2023
One of Jones’ top issues is reforming the healthcare system.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2022
But it is reforming the conduct because of them which is valuable.
From The Analects of Confucius (from the Chinese Classics) by James Legge
