as in transformation
a change in form, appearance, or use
the metamorphosis of caterpillars into butterflies the metamorphosis of the abandoned factory into a mixed-use property
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The latter type of metamorphosis creates issues that can’t be easily altered, for instance, shortening a now too-long coat that no longer drapes over a gut.
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Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2025
Editor’s picks The metamorphosis on Eusexua is fitting for Twigs, a natural shape-shifter who never quite does what’s expected — and this is the latest in a list of intriguing evolutions.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
But after months and years of commitment, the caterpillar has turned into the butterfly, and the metamorphosis is complete.
—Matt Parrott, arkansasonline.com, 19 Jan. 2025
From small lifestyle changes to sweeping metamorphoses, New Year’s is the perfect time to dream of a new, better self.
—WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
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Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2025
Editor’s picks The metamorphosis on Eusexua is fitting for Twigs, a natural shape-shifter who never quite does what’s expected — and this is the latest in a list of intriguing evolutions.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
But after months and years of commitment, the caterpillar has turned into the butterfly, and the metamorphosis is complete.
—Matt Parrott, arkansasonline.com, 19 Jan. 2025
From small lifestyle changes to sweeping metamorphoses, New Year’s is the perfect time to dream of a new, better self.
—WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for metamorphosis
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“Metamorphosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metamorphosis. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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