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transitioning (verb (present participle))

The act or process of changing from one state, condition, or place to another. It often implies a gradual, structured, or significant change rather than an abrupt switch.

💬 Example

"The company is transitioning to a remote-first work policy."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'TRANS-ition' as a 'TRANS-port' to a new state. You are 'on the way' (ing).

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'transitioning' for instant changes. → The light is changing (not transitioning) to green.

Using the wrong preposition. → Transitioning to (not at) a new system.

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