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as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors
the variegated costumes of the dancers in the nightclub
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as in dotted
marked with spots
a variety of variegated tulip that is highly prized by gardeners
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Recent Examples of variegated
Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 25 June 2025
Part sun Soil Type: Organic, medium moisture, well-draining Soil pH: Slightly acidic (5.5-7.5)
USDA Hardiness Zones: 8 to 11
A most unique agapanthus with variegated foliage and lilac blooms, 'Neverland' thrives in the heat and humidity of Southern gardens.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 June 2025
The upper pot leans dramatic, thanks to the contrast of the scarlet–trim silver leaves of 'Jurassic Dino Dragon Fruit’ rex begonia, which play off the variegated English ivy and shrubby everlasting.
—Mike Irvine, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2025
Century launched petrified wood dining and occasional tables with live edges and a variegated wood grain in shades of brown, black and tan.
—Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 12 May 2025
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To really spoof the Coachella Influencer Girlie look, some wore exotic, variegated bikinis and jorts.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 25 June 2025
Part sun Soil Type: Organic, medium moisture, well-draining Soil pH: Slightly acidic (5.5-7.5)
USDA Hardiness Zones: 8 to 11
A most unique agapanthus with variegated foliage and lilac blooms, 'Neverland' thrives in the heat and humidity of Southern gardens.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 June 2025
The upper pot leans dramatic, thanks to the contrast of the scarlet–trim silver leaves of 'Jurassic Dino Dragon Fruit’ rex begonia, which play off the variegated English ivy and shrubby everlasting.
—Mike Irvine, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2025
Century launched petrified wood dining and occasional tables with live edges and a variegated wood grain in shades of brown, black and tan.
—Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for variegated
Adjective
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Shop slingback flats, leather Mary Janes, colorful suede sneakers, and more of this season’s biggest trends while saving up to 70 percent off.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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The set is available in multiple color options, including neutral shades of light gray, dark gray, and ivory, as well as colorful picks such as pink, blue, and green that add a vibrant aesthetic to your space.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
20 July 2025
Adjective
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Equip them with discussion points, questions and varied perspectives.—
Antoine Andrews,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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In all of these cities, the difference between buying and renting varied from $1,166 to $2,623.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Shepard can be seen giving one of his daughters a kiss, cuddling up with the girls, who match in black-and-white striped tops and berets.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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While the couple didn't opt into the matching trend, their four kids — Wren Alexander, 17 months, Esti Maxine, 22 months, Miles Theodore, 6, and Luna Simone, 8 — wore identical red and green striped PJs, posing around the family Christmas tree and wrapped presents.—
Alex Apatoff,
People.com,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Adept anglers can fly-fish for them across the varied terrain of the property’s creeks or patrol the marshy perimeters its six Class A lakes for the coveted catch, as well as fellow trout—namely rainbow, brown, and brook–that often exceed 20 inches.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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Suspended from the fashionable wooden arch are a teething ring, crinkly rainbow, rattle, mirror, and plush moon to promote hand-eye coordination.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
24 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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The risk to estate leakage from various risks can be reduced significantly.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Grok is trained on various sources, including posts from X, which might explain why Grok has been reported to check Elon Musk's opinion on controversial topics.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 July 2025
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“Variegated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variegated. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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