as in various
able to be distinguished in some way from others of the same kind
variant strains of a disease variant points of view
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Recent Examples of variant
Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
And if someone uses a correct variant spelling, kudos to them.
—Anna Holmes, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2025
Later, scientists could search for the RNA from a new variant and trace it back to its source.
—Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2025
The filing discusses the company's strategy to periodically introduce new monoclonal antibody candidates as the virus evolves, aiming to maintain efficacy against new variants.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
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Noun
If this is the end of an era, these model variants are going out with a massive bang via the 718 Spyder RS.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
And if someone uses a correct variant spelling, kudos to them.
—Anna Holmes, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2025
Later, scientists could search for the RNA from a new variant and trace it back to its source.
—Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2025
The filing discusses the company's strategy to periodically introduce new monoclonal antibody candidates as the virus evolves, aiming to maintain efficacy against new variants.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for variant
Adjective
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But most importantly, understanding how the car behaves on various tire compounds under varying conditions is something that only comes with time.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Focusing on themes of migration, the new works will continue the Kenyan British artist’s long concern with depicting various tableaux of Kenyans and current events in the country that have a surrealist, dream-like quality to them.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In addition to straightforward searches, Jordan says some variations may sidestep filters like using #teeceecee, which spells out TCC.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
19 Mar. 2025
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Smoothing the elective surgical schedule throughout the week and even weekend to reduce the variation in demand for inpatient beds.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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With more than two decades of experience, Ludgrove has held several senior roles in the industry.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
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Limitations and Areas for Improvement Despite the positive results, the study identified several limitations.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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With real-time data missing, the broader community is left guessing about which strains are circulating in the United States right now — an especially concerning blind spot given the threat of H5N1 and the constant mutation of seasonal flu viruses.—
Richard Hughes IV,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Mar. 2025
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The study, on dog domestication, found that dogs possess two mutations of a gene known as melanocortin 2 receptor (MC2R), which is linked to the production of cortisol, a hormone released during moments of fear or anxiety.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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New York is estimated to have over 100 different types of trees, with the most common kinds being birch, maple and beech trees.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The mother, who was allegedly estranged from the husband and living in a different town, had arrived to help.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In other words, women have long been viewed as a deviation from men rather than a group deserving their own research and consideration, McGregor says.—
Shreyas Teegala,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 Mar. 2025
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Trump, in a deviation from his predecessor, has failed to commit the country to defending Taiwan, the self-governing island claimed by Beijing.—
Linggong Kong,
The Conversation,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These and many other student protests provide powerful strategies and lessons on resistance and how employees can advocate for workplace justice. 1.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Two other fires were active in nearby Burke and Madison counties, with a third wildfire burning in Stokes County on the northern border with Virginia.—
ASSOCIATED PRESS,
TIME,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Variant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variant. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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