as in frictions
a lack of agreement or harmony
persistent variance within the rock band eventually caused it to break up
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Recent Examples of variances
Commissioners this past week unanimously endorsed height and size variances for new signs requested by the center’s manager, Brixmor Property Group.
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Marie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
The developers were not asking for any variances to the city’s zoning code, but their plans make use of bonuses and transferable development rights, which allow developers to buy the rights to build projects with more floor area or units than would typically be permitted under the city code.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
Not all percentages add up to 100% due to variances in state record-keeping systems.
—Aria Bendix, NBC news, 20 Jan. 2026
The order directs Attorney General Pam Bondi to pursue criminal charges, sentencing enhancements, and sentencing variances in fentanyl trafficking cases, according to a White House fact sheet.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 15 Dec. 2025
These metrics are presented as a solution to performance variances often observed in other battery chemistries under extreme weather conditions.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Dec. 2025
But Gilman said the timing of the reports proposed by Xcel, including a June 1 application that could seek additional variances or approval of resources, is difficult.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 4 Dec. 2025
All three whiskeys are quite good, with variances in flavor ranging from rich caramel notes in Mushroom, to a bright citrus tone that defines Beaver, and a oaky maple undercurrent in Owl.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Any requirements for workers to use their own bank accounts for petty cash or wire transfers are banned, and union members cannot be held liable for petty cash variances out of their control under the terms of the contract.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2025
Marie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
The developers were not asking for any variances to the city’s zoning code, but their plans make use of bonuses and transferable development rights, which allow developers to buy the rights to build projects with more floor area or units than would typically be permitted under the city code.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
Not all percentages add up to 100% due to variances in state record-keeping systems.
—Aria Bendix, NBC news, 20 Jan. 2026
The order directs Attorney General Pam Bondi to pursue criminal charges, sentencing enhancements, and sentencing variances in fentanyl trafficking cases, according to a White House fact sheet.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 15 Dec. 2025
These metrics are presented as a solution to performance variances often observed in other battery chemistries under extreme weather conditions.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Dec. 2025
But Gilman said the timing of the reports proposed by Xcel, including a June 1 application that could seek additional variances or approval of resources, is difficult.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 4 Dec. 2025
All three whiskeys are quite good, with variances in flavor ranging from rich caramel notes in Mushroom, to a bright citrus tone that defines Beaver, and a oaky maple undercurrent in Owl.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Any requirements for workers to use their own bank accounts for petty cash or wire transfers are banned, and union members cannot be held liable for petty cash variances out of their control under the terms of the contract.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for variances
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Ireland's leadership traveled as well, while Australia sought stabilization after years of intense trade frictions, recriminations, and retaliation.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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That ruling, which found that the contract awarded to Hutchison’s Panama Ports Company violated Panama’s constitution and follows the official audit, again raises frictions.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Your dedicated Slack channels, private discords and endless Reddit threads.—
April Uchitel,
Flow Space,
6 Aug. 2025
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Rapid Rehousing also teaches students about managing personal finances, understanding lease agreements, handling roommate conflicts, and planning for housing after graduation.—
CalMatters,
Oc Register,
24 Feb. 2026
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As the play weaves through time, the focuses on the actions done for the benefit of Joe’s family, and his wife Kate’s moral compass, creating brutal conflicts.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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There are still some trustbusters in the administration, especially at the FTC, which has avoided being pulled into messy lobbyist fights and White House schisms.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The fracturing of the television audience parallels the schisms in America’s political culture, with viewers and voters increasingly sheltering in partisan echo chambers.—
Karrin Vasby Anderson,
Washington Post,
10 Feb. 2026
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Although fertility trends are notoriously hard to predict, and baby booms are often seen after wars end, Ippolitova said the country's low fertility rate could still trouble the Ukrainian economy in the future.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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To capitalize on this yearning for tradition, and to bind sumo’s fortunes to the state, the sport’s governing body aligned itself with the rising tide of nationalism that took hold of Japan after its victories in wars against the Chinese and the Russians.—
Joshua Hunt,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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Schools from all three wrestling divisions throughout the San Diego and Imperial counties battled throughout all 14 weight classes trying to secure their spots for next week’s state meet in Bakersfield.—
Breven Honda,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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Amid the country's political divisions, there have been flareups over who is memorialized at the Capitol with a service to lie in state, or honor, in the Rotunda.—
MATT BROWN,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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But the high court, without comment or any noted dissents, refused to intervene.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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The appeal was presented to Justice Elena Kagan, but the court reported no dissents.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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In the 1970s, amid disputes over Soldier Field and stadium conditions, the Bears raised the possibility of leaving Chicago and explored alternative sites — including options outside the city — as leverage in negotiations.—
Bill Quinlan,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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Federal agents often have legal protections when acting within the scope of their duties, and disputes over jurisdiction would likely be fought in court.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Variances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variances. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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