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variability

noun

the fact that something changes often or is not always the same

change

noun

a situation in which something becomes different or you make something different

effect

noun

a change that is produced in one person or thing by another

trend

noun

a gradual change or development that produces a particular result

adjustment

noun

a change in something that makes it better, more accurate, or more effective

correction

noun

a change that makes something correct or accurate

transformation

noun

a change into someone or something completely different, or the process by which this happens

evolution

noun

the way in which something gradually changes and develops

alteration

noun

a change in the appearance or form of something

reform

noun

a change that is intended to correct a situation that is wrong or unfair, or make a system work more effectively

cyberloafing

using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related

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show a bit of ankle

… to reveal a small part of your intentions in order to attract support, without actually committing yourself to doing anything

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