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In a different state or condition
“This contains a converted stone building giving three loose boxes, each with power, automatic water, and auto feeders, as well as a hen house.”
Having been convinced or swayed
To have become something different
“Congress wished to prevent using depreciation to convert ordinary income into capital gains.”
To have affected or changed the outcome of
To have substituted or replaced
Past tense for to change the form, character, or function of something
“We can convert almost anything into its digital form for transmission over the internet.”
Past tense for to change another's belief, especially regarding religion
“The evangelists may have a tough time trying to convert the youth of today.”
(convert to/into) Past tense for to change from one form to another
“The moisture in the kernel will then convert to steam and expand, creating pressure that pushes against the hull.”
Past tense for to reconstruct or renovate into a different form
“Developers would convert the old warehouse into an apartment block.”
Past tense for to adapt or recast into a different form
“A famed producer would later convert the popular novel into a film.”
(law) Past tense for to appropriate or lay claim to something for oneself without right
“The bailee would convert the goods to his own use.”
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