improvements
word · lemma: improvement
Definition
Changes made to make something better, often referring to progress or positive development in quality, condition, or performance.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both formal and informal contexts, especially for technology, work, and personal development. Typical collocations: 'make improvements', 'see improvements', 'continuous improvements'. Do not confuse with 'repairs' (fix broken things) or 'changes' (neutral, not always better). Singular 'improvement' is used for one change; plural 'improvements' for multiple.
Example Sentences
We made several improvements to the kitchen.
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New software updates include several improvements.
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Even small improvements can make a big difference over time.
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We're collecting feedback to make improvements for future releases.
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After the improvements, the app runs much faster than before.
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The team's performance showed improvements last year.
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