The purpose is not to make decisions that instantly alter the course of events but to nudge their own governments to make the decisions that eventually influence events.

And with that, X's right hand raked across his face, instantly altering the plastic features that had identified him as Pond.

Under carefully constructed situations, two particles can become "entangled," where changes to one instantly alter the other.

Sascha reached the boy before she did, lifting him gently and depositing him on Rhyssa's conformable chair, which instantly altered to fit the boy's limp body.

"If an echo bounces back," Tom went on, "the cybertron automatically figures out what has to be done, and instantly alters the plane's course to avoid a crash."

She has the ability to instantly alter reality by lying.

Master Jol reached for the pad, his manner altering instantly to a trader's critical appraisal.

By her deliberate intent, the subordinate state of her birthright instantly altered into overpowering force able to alter the very nature of consciousness.

A master of disguise, Honey can instantly alter her physical appearance and outfits.

Jackson Would Be Favorite But Mr. Jackson's entry would instantly alter the political equation.