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as in to change
to make different in some way
varied the method occasionally for the sake of experimentation
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as in to shift
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
terrain that constantly varied as we traveled from the coast to the interior
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Recent Examples of vary
Seed prices vary greatly—from $5 for 2,500 seeds to almost $7 for 500 seeds—so shop around for the best buy.
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Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
These laws, which exist in varying forms, may allow certain creditors — including nursing homes in limited circumstances — to seek payment from financially able adult children when a parent cannot pay what's owed.
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Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
However, the rules vary, especially with international airline loyalty programs.
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Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
29 June 2026
Deadlines can be significant, and requirements may vary, particularly when government entities are involved.
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William Jones,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for vary
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
These laws, which exist in varying forms, may allow certain creditors — including nursing homes in limited circumstances — to seek payment from financially able adult children when a parent cannot pay what's owed.
—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
However, the rules vary, especially with international airline loyalty programs.
—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
29 June 2026
Deadlines can be significant, and requirements may vary, particularly when government entities are involved.
—
William Jones,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for vary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vary
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The future north campus remains a contest of differing visions.
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Feeling offended by opinions that differ from yours?
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Prices and availability may change.
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But the mood quickly changed when team coach Migné’s name was announced, and the crowd responded with boos.
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The red Powerball ranges from 1 to 26.
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Due to ballooning costs, Apple revealed a list of hardware price increases ranging from $100 to $300, depending on the device.
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The border shifted and changed hands here at least four times in the 19th century and a fifth time in the 20th, tugged south by war and treaty, peace talks and purchases.
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While shows like these still exist (Dora even got a modern reboot) Gen Alpha has shifted their viewing habits almost entirely online.
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The contrasting rickrack adds an on-trend touch while the A-line silhouette and adjustable spaghetti straps keep the dress feeling breezy for a hot Southern wedding.
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Although older adults accounted for only 11% of all overdose deaths, this increase contrasts with the broader downward trend observed across other age groups, according to the report.
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Trump has pushed Republicans in the Senate to eliminate or modify the filibuster to get the bill through, though Majority Leader John Thune has maintained Republicans don't have the votes to do so.
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McCarthy's duties have been modified and he's been transferred and replaced by NYPD Assistant Chief Melissa Eger, an NYPD spokesperson told CBS News.
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This event created a lot of attention among radio astronomers, who, over the years, found many other bright, rapidly fluctuating sources.
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Surcharges–a cost added by some airlines into tickets to offset the fluctuating cost of jet fuel–have also impacted American consumers.
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The higher water content alters the texture, and most baking recipes are formulated assuming a higher percentage of fat.
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After season one’s show-altering reveal that Sugar is an alien, his fellow alien species is exposed and harmed by the human powers that be, forcing them to retreat to their home planet.
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“Vary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vary. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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