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
Innovator is not the only asset manager trying to offer a variation on buffer funds, with rivals experimenting with different time horizons and protection structures for their products.
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Jesse Pound, CNBC, 1 July 2025
Alcaraz’s level has more variance, and his game has more variation.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 29 June 2025
There are many variations, but most remind me of Cincinnati chili and cider doughnuts.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 27 June 2025
Different variations of BTs stalk the wilderness, requiring adaptability to overcome.
—Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2025
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Jesse Pound, CNBC, 1 July 2025
Alcaraz’s level has more variance, and his game has more variation.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 29 June 2025
There are many variations, but most remind me of Cincinnati chili and cider doughnuts.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 27 June 2025
Different variations of BTs stalk the wilderness, requiring adaptability to overcome.
—Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for variation
Noun
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Paul John Edited and Bold highlight different levels of peat, providing Indian interpretations of smoky and peaty malt styles.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The treaty includes mechanisms for dispute resolution, which both India and Pakistan have used over the years to bring up complaints over technical details and differing interpretations of the treaty's language.—
Betsy Joles,
NPR,
8 July 2025
Noun
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The property may include a preservation easement — a voluntary legal arrangement between a property owner and a qualified organization to protect the home from alteration or demolition.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Some players might need mechanical tweaks, others might need an alteration to their game plan against a certain pitcher.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Below, a selection of takes from top buyers: Favorite collections: Willy Chavarria, Dries Van Noten, Dior, Acne Studios and Saint Laurent Best show format: Certainly one of the most beautiful, original and talked-about shows was Willy Chavarria’s, where culture and street style took center stage.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
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Just give us the news, not your personal take or comments.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Explore the differences between blanco, reposado, and añejo, learn about the traditional distillation process, and discover what makes a truly exceptional pour.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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One difference to fungal wilts is that the leaf tissue of plants infected by bacterial wilt tends to stay green even as the plant wilts.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
Noun
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What should be included in the first version (MVP)?—
Alex Gudilko,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The English version will feature Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh in a lead voice role.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
9 July 2025
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Starbucks has also made big strategic changes to improve efficiency, including cutting down on its extensive food and drink menu and doing away with some options for drink customizations.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
6 July 2025
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Williams also brought in massive changes to its technical staff, that are improving the team's aerodynamic capabilities.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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Those changes included uniform modifications and standards that differed from location to location.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
10 July 2025
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Weather modification, commonly referred to as cloud seeding, is an eco-friendly method used to increase precipitation—such as rain or snow—from clouds, according to the North American Weather Modification Council (NAWMC).—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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“Variation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variation. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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