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Present participle for to make a change or alteration to, typically with improvements
“In fact, two sessions of Congress held hearings to amend and refine the bills several times.”
Present participle for to reword or rephrase something written
“Mr. Robinson motioned to amend the report by inserting specific words he deemed appropriate.”
Present participle for to improve, refine, or add the finishing touches to
“You told me a few days ago that Master Nato's painting when she was younger didn't meet your expectations, so I would like to have you amend the painting.”
Present participle for to give new life to, or to restore to a healthy condition
“Nonetheless, a plea was made in 2001 to review and amend the outdated or conflicting laws.”
Present participle for to make up for something done, such as a wrongdoing
“The despondent and frightened landowner vowed to amend his wrongdoings.”
Present participle for to correct a mistake or error
“This chapter is my attempt to amend this error. In this attempt I shall make use, where appropriate, of the references cited in the preceding footnote.”
Present participle for to reform one's behavior, character or life (for the better)
“Mr. Palmer felt doubts as to the ability of the husband to amend his ways.”
Present participle for to make a change from one state, form or position to another
Present participle for to alter or manipulate, especially with the intention to deceive
Present participle for to remove or alter those parts of a text considered offensive, vulgar, or otherwise unseemly
Present participle for to improve or enhance the quality or value of
Present participle for to relinquish a self-destructive lifestyle or behavior
Present participle for to restore (someone) to a physically sound or healthy condition
Present participle for to think about in a new way, or to reconsider something
Present participle for to neutralize or cancel by exerting an opposite influence
Present participle for to change a decision, opinion, or course of action
The action or process of correcting something
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