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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Mark Zuckerberg’s metamorphosis from liberal tech titan to libertarian Donald Trump ally is gaining steam.
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William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Jan. 2025
In just 3 months, his life underwent a total metamorphosis.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
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.
—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
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William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Jan. 2025
In just 3 months, his life underwent a total metamorphosis.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
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.
—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
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“Metamorphosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metamorphosis. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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