improvement
noun
im·prove·ment
im-ˈprüv-mənt 
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Examples of improvement in a Sentence
Doctors were amazed by the sudden improvement in her medical condition.
I've noticed a significant improvement in your work since the spring.
The editor made some improvements to the article before it was printed.
They spent the money on new kitchen cabinets and other home improvements.
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On the uphill, the 4-Quattro Pro also saw improvements over its predecessor, the 4-Quattro XT.
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Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
On Tuesday, a number of major players will release their results before the opening bell, including Home Depot (HD), the leading home improvement retailer, and AstraZeneca (AZN), the multinational pharmaceutical company.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
The nano-texture display is an improvement on traditionally glare-prone MacBook displays and a smart upgrade on Apple’s part.
—PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
Joel Pitra Eames chairs surround a dining table that sits next to a Thermador wine fridge — another pandemic improvement project.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
On Tuesday, a number of major players will release their results before the opening bell, including Home Depot (HD), the leading home improvement retailer, and AstraZeneca (AZN), the multinational pharmaceutical company.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
The nano-texture display is an improvement on traditionally glare-prone MacBook displays and a smart upgrade on Apple’s part.
—PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
Joel Pitra Eames chairs surround a dining table that sits next to a Thermador wine fridge — another pandemic improvement project.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Improvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/improvement. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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improvement
noun
im·prove·ment
im-ˈprüv-mənt
1
: the act or process of improving
2
a
: increased value or excellence
b
: something that adds to the value or appearance (as of a house)
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