1
as in interpretations
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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as in changes
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 variations
As for what exact variations and shades to score for this season?
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
In fact, the device is built to withstand humidity, wind, temperature variations and the rigors of frequent transport.
—New Atlas, 30 Sep. 2025
There’s variations of it across that region.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
The price variations, Norton said, come down to supply and demand.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The finishing touch was variations of the Prada Balm, which quickly became a fan favorite upon launch, and the Prada Light Glowing Lipcolor.
—Kristine Kwak, StyleCaster, 28 Sep. 2025
Of the 10 million or so variations on the Negroni the Boulevardier is probably the oldest and almost certainly the best.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2025
Cate Blanchett co-signed the loafer trend when she was photographed wearing them at the Venice Film Festival, and Jennifer Garner and Meghan Markle embraced crossbody bags with their own variations.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Aside from eating lots of yogurt, Branyas possessed various variations of genes that helped her age healthily.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
In fact, the device is built to withstand humidity, wind, temperature variations and the rigors of frequent transport.
—New Atlas, 30 Sep. 2025
There’s variations of it across that region.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
The price variations, Norton said, come down to supply and demand.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The finishing touch was variations of the Prada Balm, which quickly became a fan favorite upon launch, and the Prada Light Glowing Lipcolor.
—Kristine Kwak, StyleCaster, 28 Sep. 2025
Of the 10 million or so variations on the Negroni the Boulevardier is probably the oldest and almost certainly the best.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2025
Cate Blanchett co-signed the loafer trend when she was photographed wearing them at the Venice Film Festival, and Jennifer Garner and Meghan Markle embraced crossbody bags with their own variations.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Aside from eating lots of yogurt, Branyas possessed various variations of genes that helped her age healthily.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for variations
Noun
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Subramanian’s interpretations suggest a tougher stance, signaling potential challenges ahead for Combs as the hearing continues.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs’ signature silhouettes, ranging from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Typically caused by a sensitive immune system — which confuses innocuous bacteria for harmful pathogens — symptoms include fever, fatigue, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite and weight loss, anemia, skin changes, arthritis and more.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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In response, the town asked for several changes be made to the building to follow local design and development standards required for all primary structures within the town's borders.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
29 Sep. 2025
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That’s why Paris Texas founder Annamaria Brivio continued to evolve her bestselling Lidia style with fresh takes, like spring’s thong version.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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Soundcore doesn't say how long a full charge takes.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While there are multiple factors behind these differences, Crew stressed the need to better address these health disparities.—
Dr. Noor Shaik,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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The new findings suggest these differences extend beneath the surface into the moon's interior.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Russia refers to that family of drones as the Gerans, newer versions of which are jet powered.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Peloton Pro Series includes commercial versions of its Bike+, Tread+ and Row+ and will be marketed to places that have small gyms, like hotels, apartment buildings, corporate wellness centers and country clubs.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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In practice, Mitchell was not around long enough to oversee the transfer window immediately preceding this season, but regular discussions were held across 2024-25 to determine the alterations Newcastle should make for future European seasons.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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However, these don’t exhibit such dramatic alterations in brightness.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Variations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variations. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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