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as in revised
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating
the publisher edited a new version of its best-selling school dictionary
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as in adjusted
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
the restaurant chef has edited several of his gourmet dishes for preparation by the home cook
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Recent Examples of edited
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
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Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2025
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 14 Apr. 2025
This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.
—Terry Ward, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2025
This conversation has been condensed and edited.
—Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2025
This story was edited by Obed Manuel.
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
Olivia Hampton edited the radio and digital version of this interview, and Majd Al-Waheidi produced it for the web.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
This interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity.
—Milton Guevara, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
This interview has been edited for clarity and length.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2025
Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2025
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 14 Apr. 2025
This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.
—Terry Ward, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2025
This conversation has been condensed and edited.
—Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2025
This story was edited by Obed Manuel.
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
Olivia Hampton edited the radio and digital version of this interview, and Majd Al-Waheidi produced it for the web.
—Steve Inskeep, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
This interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity.
—Milton Guevara, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
This interview has been edited for clarity and length.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edited
Verb
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The asset limit under the bill would be automatically adjusted for inflation on a biennial basis.—
Josh Snyder,
Arkansas Online,
10 Apr. 2025
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The stand also serves as a lens cover during transport, and the unit will automatically power on when the stand is adjusted for viewing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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At Ulta Beauty Our best-selling blazer reworked in a TENCEL™ Lyocell and cotton blend.—
Ulta Beauty,
refinery29.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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The tune was reworked by the Yun Seok Cheol Trio, a renowned jazz group based in South Korea.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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The diverse range of common plants adapted to our Mediterranean climate continues to support vibrant agricultural activities and enrich the culinary traditions of ancient regions as well as San Diego.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
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Plants have adapted to this in many ways.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Way, who smiled as the initial $4 million verdict was read, was cleared on claims of false imprisonment and constructive discharge.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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As the verdict was read, Way looked straight ahead.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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Their memoir Hollywood on the Tiber was published in Italian in 1982, and an English translation is now due for release.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
5 Jan. 2025
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In photos published by DeuxMoi, a smiling Jackman is seen holding his phone up toward Burnett, 91, while sitting beside her in the theater and the rest of the audience is looking towards them.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
5 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Our experts have compiled a list of the seven best online casinos in the USA, highlighting those known for their generous bonuses, extensive game selection, impressive cash out times, and much more.—
Matthew Gover,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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There are a number of terms that appear in both this article and other online discussions of the Spelling Bee; a glossary of those terms compiled by Monicat, a Times reader, can be found below.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Soil quality is always an issue, but even the poorest soils can be amended with organic material to support garden growth.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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The bill, though amended, still takes $1 billion away from local governments.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Mar. 2025
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