as in to transform
to change in form, appearance, or use
a science fiction story in which radiation metamorphoses people into giant bugs
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Recent Examples of metamorphose
Others metamorphose into snakes or birds.
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Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, ARTnews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
In Wildcat Dome, objects speak, memories take on physical form, and metamorphoses abound.
—Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
Male Darwin’s frogs actually carry tadpoles inside their vocal sacs as a protective act while the larvae metamorphose into froglets.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 8 Feb. 2025
If the robot, who frequently metamorphoses, gives shape to some form of justice, it’s flayed down to a name.
—Elisa Gonzalez, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
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Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, ARTnews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
In Wildcat Dome, objects speak, memories take on physical form, and metamorphoses abound.
—Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
Male Darwin’s frogs actually carry tadpoles inside their vocal sacs as a protective act while the larvae metamorphose into froglets.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 8 Feb. 2025
If the robot, who frequently metamorphoses, gives shape to some form of justice, it’s flayed down to a name.
—Elisa Gonzalez, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for metamorphose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for metamorphose
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This method transforms what could be a tough cut of meat into a tangy, tender bite.—
Robert F. Moss,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
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The new formula starts as a lightweight cream, then transforms into a fine mist for even, weightless application.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Through these innovations, the Sierra Energy has demonstrated a comprehensive, closed-loop solution for converting waste into clean energy and reusable materials—paving the way for a more sustainable future in both transportation and energy production.—
David Blekhman,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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And while consumer awareness is growing, education is still needed; overly complex terpene profiles can confuse rather than convert new buyers.—
Peter Su,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
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“Metamorphose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metamorphose. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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