edit

verb

ˈe-dət How to pronounce edit (audio)
Definition of editnext
1
as in to revise
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating the publisher edited a new version of its best-selling school dictionary

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2
as in to adjust
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation the restaurant chef has edited several of his gourmet dishes for preparation by the home cook

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Recent Examples of edit This interview has been edited and condensed. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 31 Mar. 2025 Letters may be edited for length and clarity, and may be published in any medium. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025 This interview has been edited for length and clarity. — Megan Sauer,ryan Johnston, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2025 The following has been edited and shortened for clarity. — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for edit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edit
  1. revise
  2. adjust
  3. read
  4. adapt
  5. rework
  6. tailor
  7. publish
  8. put
Verb
  • Goldman Sachs this week revised its year-end target for gold prices to $3,300, up from $3,100, underscoring how the yellow metal’s rise this year is expected to last amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025
  • If elected, Valencia said her goals are to work to revise the budget, making communication seamless and providing more staff for mental health services.
    — David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of revise
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  • The best phone mounts rotate vertically and horizontally so riders can adjust their view according to their height.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The federal government argues the states can adjust their individual budgets.
    — Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of adjust
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  • Way, who smiled as the initial $4 million verdict was read, was cleared on claims of false imprisonment and constructive discharge.
    — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
  • As the verdict was read, Way looked straight ahead.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of read
Verb
  • Business leaders must be comfortable with continuously adapting strategies to leverage AI advancements.
    — Maribel Lopez, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • That has led many to believe Dart would be best served taking time to work on his footwork and adapt to full-field NFL progressions.
    — Mike DeFabo, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of adapt
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  • In other words, some storms on Jupiter can leave behind a fingerprint, reworking the whole chemical makeup of the planet's atmosphere.
    — Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2025
  • The case of the new Royale Paris has been reworked.
    — Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of rework
Verb
  • Medications, vitamins and supplements are tailored to each person’s unique needs.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Imagine being able to create a custom executive summary infographic in minutes, tailored to a specific audience, using automation.
    — Nora Herting, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of tailor
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  • Shortly after the news published, Deadline reported that the core group of Huvane, Baum, Halls and Gelb have formed a new firm called Apex Public Relations.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Source: National Interagency Fire Center This story was originally published April 9, 2025 at 9:34 AM.
    — CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of publish
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  • Scott Taylor, lead mechanical engineer for manufacturer Lockheed Martin, put the effort in perspective in a 2023 news release.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Although the premium hospitality OVG Hospitality already provides in Las Vegas, Phoenix, London and Abu Dhabi resonated with the Lightning ownership, Granger said that a desire to put a local spin on Amalie’s food and beverage offerings helped win the bid.
    — Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of put

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