as in changing
not staying constant
a varying commitment to the cause that meant that one could never be sure if the volunteers would show up
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1
as in differing
to be unlike; to not be the same
opinions by experts on the subject vary
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2
as in modifying
to make different in some way
varied the method occasionally for the sake of experimentation
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3
as in ranging
to occur within a continuous range of variation
the appliance store is offering discounts that vary from 10 to 40 percent, depending upon the brand
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as in shifting
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
terrain that constantly varied as we traveled from the coast to the interior
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Recent Examples of varying
Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Retail stores that don’t sell liquor, like grocery stores and convenience stores, have varying hours for beer and wine sales depending on the day.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Hardy calls it a social comedy and it is peppered with humor of varying effectiveness, from some silly sequences featuring a mannequin’s head to the delightfully wacky business ideas of Rakeem.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Chassis communication was equally as wonderful, helping determine the best speed through myriad corners with varying grip levels and camber changes.
—Peter Nelson, The Verge, 23 Dec. 2024
These tests included rigorous evaluations in varying atmospheric and geographic conditions, proving that MagNav can provide accurate and real-time data for pilots in realistic settings.
—Jack Hidary, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The concept of ‘fresh legs’ from the bench is hardly new, of course, but the concept of teams having five substitutions available is, and different coaches have hugely varying approaches.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
These routes range from two to seven hours, with varying prices and time slots.
—Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Dec. 2024
Yes, Rite Aid locations will be open on Christmas Eve with varying hours of operation, the company told USA TODAY.
—Gabe Hauari, The Courier-Journal, 23 Dec. 2024
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Rite Aid locations will be open on Christmas Eve with varying hours of operation, the company told USA TODAY.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Retail stores that don’t sell liquor, like grocery stores and convenience stores, have varying hours for beer and wine sales depending on the day.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Hardy calls it a social comedy and it is peppered with humor of varying effectiveness, from some silly sequences featuring a mannequin’s head to the delightfully wacky business ideas of Rakeem.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Chassis communication was equally as wonderful, helping determine the best speed through myriad corners with varying grip levels and camber changes.
—Peter Nelson, The Verge, 23 Dec. 2024
These tests included rigorous evaluations in varying atmospheric and geographic conditions, proving that MagNav can provide accurate and real-time data for pilots in realistic settings.
—Jack Hidary, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The concept of ‘fresh legs’ from the bench is hardly new, of course, but the concept of teams having five substitutions available is, and different coaches have hugely varying approaches.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
These routes range from two to seven hours, with varying prices and time slots.
—Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Dec. 2024
Yes, Rite Aid locations will be open on Christmas Eve with varying hours of operation, the company told USA TODAY.
—Gabe Hauari, The Courier-Journal, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for varying
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Dress for Road Trip Comfort Temperature swings are common on the road, especially with sun exposure and differing AC preferences.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2025
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Like the stylist who cuts your hair or the technician who paints your nails, plastic surgeons are artists of sorts who have differing creative vibes.—
Nicola Dall'Asen,
Allure,
7 Apr. 2025
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In a conversation with Newsweek, Goldsmith discussed the role of emerging machine-learning tools and automation in the workplace and new ways of approaching recruiting, talent strategy, and productivity in today's fast-changing times.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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This is pretty game-changing for consumers, and just the start of what Alexa+ will do.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2025
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Well, this is ranging into the poetic.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Its rooms are larger, ranging from 580-square-foot suites with private plunge pools to a 2,300-square-foot Retreat penthouse.—
Carley Thornell,
Robb Report,
31 Dec. 2024
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The combination of low humidity, dry fuels, and shifting winds has heightened the potential for spot fires and rapid expansion.—
Russell Lewis,
NPR,
8 Jan. 2025
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Home care workers who provide assistance to elderly and disabled Californians could see more wage equality, according to a recent labor report, by shifting contract negotiations to the state level instead of bargaining individually with California’s 56 individual counties.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
8 Jan. 2025
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Avoid wobbly or uneven fittings to keep everything centered.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 June 2025
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That means Juno’s radio transmissions will experience the Doppler effect, where the wavelength shifts slightly in response to Io’s uneven gravitational field.—
Robin Andrews,
Wired News,
15 June 2025
Verb
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With many of the orders are the subject of legal challenges, with courts modifying or even striking them down, VanderBroek said the situation is changing daily.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2025
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The keyboard includes Shift keys, a Shift Lock key, a key for modifying characters with accents and other diacritical marks, and buttons to change the font, font size, and font type (bold, outline, italic, and more).—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Jordan Romano, whose fluctuating fastball velocity perplexed everyone, fired some 96 mph heaters in a clean frame.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Phillies insist there is nothing wrong with Romano, who is perplexed at his fluctuating velocity.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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These are often indicators of beaver presence altering the natural landscape.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2025
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There are genuine questions of fairness about altering the schedule in favour of Champions League teams — particularly in England where there are four sides competing for three top positions — but actively making things harder is something that should be moved away from.—
Jessy Parker Humphreys,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Varying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/varying. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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