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to modify
01
修改, 调整
to make minor changes to something so that it is more suitable or better
Transitive: to modify sth
Example
The tailor often modifies dresses to ensure a perfect fit.
裁缝经常调整裙子以确保合身。
Engineers need to modify the design slightly to enhance the performance of the machine.
工程师需要稍微调整设计，以提高机器的性能。
02
修改, 调整
to alter something in order to make it less extreme or intense
Transitive: to modify sth
Example
The professor modified the exam requirements to make it less challenging for the students.
教授修改了考试要求，以减轻学生的挑战。
The therapist suggested modifying the exercise routine to make it less strenuous for the patient.
治疗师建议调整锻炼计划，以减少患者的负担。
03
修改, 修饰
to add additional information to a word, phrase, or clause
Transitive: to modify a word, phrase, or clause
Example
Adjectives modify nouns or pronouns to provide descriptive details.
形容词修饰名词或代词，以提供描述性细节。
In the sentence " She speaks English fluently, " the adverb " fluently " modifies the verb " speaks ".
在句子“她流利地说英语”中，副词“流利地”修饰动词“说”。
04
修改, 改变
to alter or change the genetic makeup of an organism through genetic engineering techniques
Transitive: to modify genes or cells
Example
Researchers have successfully modified bacteria to produce insulin for medical treatments.
研究人员已成功修改细菌，以便生产用于医疗治疗的胰岛素。
The team modified the plant ’s DNA to improve its nutrient profile and shelf life.
团队对植物的DNA进行了修改，以改善其营养成分和保质期。
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