as in to transform
to change (something) very much or completely; to cause a revolution in (something)
The invention of the airplane revolutionized travel. This new drug may revolutionize cancer treatment. This discovery has revolutionized our understanding of how the human brain works.
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This film is a vital testament to the foundation of all modern audiovisual content, showcasing the early pioneers who revolutionized visual storytelling.
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Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
SpaceX Space Exploration Technologies Corp., better known as SpaceX, was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology.
—Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 18 Nov. 2024
Autonomous driving is at a pivotal juncture, with several companies vying for leadership in a sector that promises to revolutionize transportation.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
Quincy Jones, who revolutionized the art of music production over the course of a singular, 70-plus-year career, died yesterday (Nov. 3) at his home in Bel Air, Ca., at the age of 91.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 4 Nov. 2024
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Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
SpaceX Space Exploration Technologies Corp., better known as SpaceX, was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology.
—Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 18 Nov. 2024
Autonomous driving is at a pivotal juncture, with several companies vying for leadership in a sector that promises to revolutionize transportation.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
Quincy Jones, who revolutionized the art of music production over the course of a singular, 70-plus-year career, died yesterday (Nov. 3) at his home in Bel Air, Ca., at the age of 91.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 4 Nov. 2024
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Without breaking stride, Hunter blew past four more Utah defenders and hopped into the end zone, a broken play transformed into a work of art.Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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Following the overthrow of Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh, Iranian support became instrumental in transforming the Houthis from a local armed group into a formidable military force.Renad Mansour, Foreign Affairs, 13 Nov. 2024
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That race determines the successor to retiring Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Ariz., who caucuses with Democrats, meaning a Gallego win doesn’t significantly alter the partisan balance in the Senate.Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
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Earth's gravitational influence could alter this tumbling pattern, potentially triggering landslides over thousands of years as surface materials gradually destabilize.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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All four of those formats may need to change again after this season.Danny Davis, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Since then, there have been a handful of well-to-do if less illustrious owners, and records show the property last changed hands in 2006 for $3.975 million.Mark David, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Revolutionize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolutionize. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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