1
as in interpretation
a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)
the movie begins with a somewhat irreverent variation on the Nativity story
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2
as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
the latest in a long line of variations in her hair color
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Recent Examples of variation
In contrast, the roughly 70% of participants with the AC or CC variations had a 19% lower risk of type 2 diabetes.
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Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 1 May 2026
Speaking of customs, Desree Ade, junior PR coordinator at Amina Muaddi, told FN that the team will create multiple options for a client, potentially three to five, making variations of the same style by switching up details like color and material.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Researchers found that people with Parkinson’s, as well as those at genetic risk, had distinct differences in their gut bacteria compared to healthy individuals, with over 25% of microbes showing variation.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 May 2026
In the study, identical twins (who share the same DNA) attracted mosquitoes at nearly identical levels, while fraternal twins showed more variation.
—Ryan Brennan
may 1, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
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Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 1 May 2026
Speaking of customs, Desree Ade, junior PR coordinator at Amina Muaddi, told FN that the team will create multiple options for a client, potentially three to five, making variations of the same style by switching up details like color and material.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Researchers found that people with Parkinson’s, as well as those at genetic risk, had distinct differences in their gut bacteria compared to healthy individuals, with over 25% of microbes showing variation.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 May 2026
In the study, identical twins (who share the same DNA) attracted mosquitoes at nearly identical levels, while fraternal twins showed more variation.
—Ryan Brennan
may 1, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for variation
Noun
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History belies that interpretation, as prior to the amendment, common law prevailed and all (except Blacks, Amerindians and offspring of diplomats) were regarded as citizens at birth (one of the unenumerated rights of the Ninth Amendment).—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2026
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But Serkis’ interpretation gives viewers closure.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Many reviewers, including petite shoppers, note that the pants hit at just the right length without needing alterations, and the inseam works well with both flats and heels.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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He was also not included in Villa’s Europa League squad, with the club only allowed to make three alterations ahead of the knockout phase, with January signings Tammy Abraham and Douglas Luiz, plus the return of Leon Bailey, included.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Across an ocean, basketball fans watching a clip of this encounter on their phones did a collective double-take.—
Mike Finger,
San Antonio Express-News,
2 May 2026
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The plane became uncontrollable after take-off and crashed short of the runway on its return to the airport, according to the complaints.—
Joe Marusak
May 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Perry, with the Green Burial Council, said he’s often asked whether the way a person chooses to be disposed of after death makes much of a difference in their environmental footprint.—
Dorany Pineda,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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But the primary difference is Wembanyama.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Between 1916 and 1918, all armies fighting in the war either fielded their own versions of the tank or relied on tanks provided by their allies.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
1 May 2026
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Since mom already has the candle version, gift her the matching reed diffuser to have her fave scent coursing through her space on a regular basis.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
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The most recent playoff game with at least 25 lead changes came May 2, 2015, when the San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers had 31.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
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Although still early days, the adoption of AI is contributing to changes in the occupational mix; has been directly cited as a reason (or, perhaps, scapegoat) for layoffs; and has shown potential to influence economy-shaping dynamics such as productivity and wages.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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According to Ingber, first-line therapy often includes dietary and behavioral modifications, along with pelvic floor physical therapy.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
1 May 2026
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The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways proposed the speed change after receiving a speed limit modification request from Tinley Park officials, Johnson said.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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“Variation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variation. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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