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Changing condition and strength

Verbs for changing design, quality and physical strength.

A1B2C110 words · 3 examples each
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Found: 10 words

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change

verb · 3 examples
  1. We can change the color of the walls.
  2. They want to change the room's layout.
  3. A new handle would change the appearance of the door.

alter

verb · 3 examples
  1. The tailor can alter these trousers.
  2. We need to alter the length of the curtains.
  3. They will alter the design slightly.

modify

verb · 3 examples
  1. We can modify the chair to fit the desk.
  2. The team will modify the handle design.
  3. You may need to modify the shelf slightly.

adapt

verb · 3 examples
  1. We can adapt the room for wheelchair users.
  2. They will adapt the old building for a library.
  3. I need to adapt this tool for smaller hands.

enhance

verb · 3 examples
  1. Better lighting can enhance the display.
  2. Fresh herbs enhance the flavor of the soup.
  3. A padded handle will enhance comfort.

reinforce

verb · 3 examples
  1. We will reinforce the shelf with metal brackets.
  2. Extra stitching can reinforce the seam.
  3. They used wooden beams to reinforce the roof.

strengthen

verb · 3 examples
  1. These exercises strengthen the shoulder muscles.
  2. We need to strengthen the frame.
  3. The extra layer will strengthen the material.

weaken

verb · 3 examples
  1. Water can weaken the cardboard.
  2. Repeated bending may weaken the wire.
  3. Small cracks weaken the structure.

deteriorate

verb · 3 examples
  1. Wood can deteriorate if it stays wet.
  2. The road may deteriorate without regular repairs.
  3. These materials deteriorate slowly in sunlight.

restore

verb · 3 examples
  1. They plan to restore the old theater.
  2. We can restore this table with careful repairs.
  3. The museum will restore the damaged painting.

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