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transform

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UK /trænsˈfɔːm/US /trænsˈfɔːrm/
verb

to change the form of something; to change in form

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J.K. Rowling Harvard Commencement Speech | Harvard University Commencement 2008 video example

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SPEAKER: Last summer, in a grand celebration of literature, Harvard Square and Harvard Yard, historically known as the place for hallowed halls filled with books, was transformed into Hogwarts Square.

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