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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as in differing
to be unlike; to not be the same
opinions by experts on the subject vary
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as in modifying
to make different in some way
varied the method occasionally for the sake of experimentation
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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
Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
The floor of the cave is uneven and rocky, with sections of the ceiling varying in height, making crawling or crouching necessary at times.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
Rubin emphasizes the importance of separating the FDA’s guidance between systemic and local estrogen treatments, citing the varying levels of risk associated with different forms of hormone use.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2024
This was the first season that six of 35 plants started creating varying degrees of the daffodil shape in late August.
—Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
Different roles and departments have varying software needs.
—Ben Pippenger, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
On average, most businesses have around 500 business applications connected to their environment, all with varying (and often troubling) permissions.
—Ofer Klein, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The True Moon Now, NASA has developed the first visualizations depicting the actual, time-varying shape of the moon’s shadow, with the effects of both an accurate lunar limb and the Earth’s terrain.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
But with any overnight fame there is caution, especially with concerns about many people coming out of the woodwork including varying opinions on how the flower should be handled, and even recent trespassing on their family’s private property by unauthorized associations.
—Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
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This Allure Best of Beauty Award winner is available in six different formulations, each varying in scent and skin-care benefits, but their common denominator is shea butter, which leaves skin feeling velvety smooth.
—Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
The floor of the cave is uneven and rocky, with sections of the ceiling varying in height, making crawling or crouching necessary at times.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
Rubin emphasizes the importance of separating the FDA’s guidance between systemic and local estrogen treatments, citing the varying levels of risk associated with different forms of hormone use.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2024
This was the first season that six of 35 plants started creating varying degrees of the daffodil shape in late August.
—Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
Different roles and departments have varying software needs.
—Ben Pippenger, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
On average, most businesses have around 500 business applications connected to their environment, all with varying (and often troubling) permissions.
—Ofer Klein, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The True Moon Now, NASA has developed the first visualizations depicting the actual, time-varying shape of the moon’s shadow, with the effects of both an accurate lunar limb and the Earth’s terrain.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
But with any overnight fame there is caution, especially with concerns about many people coming out of the woodwork including varying opinions on how the flower should be handled, and even recent trespassing on their family’s private property by unauthorized associations.
—Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for varying
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Two state investigations are unfolding into the tragedy as employees, victims’ families and company owners offer differing accounts of the hour before floodwaters overtook the area.Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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The numbers represent differing migration patterns.Stuart Anderson, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Steps could include adding a warning label or changing drinking water standards, said Cooper.Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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The district’s evolving politics have been driven in part by its rapidly changing racial makeup.Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Whereas some adaptations place Scrooge firmly at the center of your focus, this one emphasizes the rewards of being part of a community, ranging from warm celebrations full of dancing, food and games to something as simple as a nod and smile to a stranger on the street.Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
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The second number is water resistance ranging from 0 to 8.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Ronan is the first to admit that an introspective drama about overcoming addiction isn’t the most commercial prospect in an ever-shifting film landscape.Keaton Bell, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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The tempo-shifting track, awash in vocalizations, includes dialogue from Maya Angelou about being a rainbow in someone’s cloud and suddenly, this notable musical excursion makes sense.Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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The move relegates Miller Moss to a reserve role after nine uneven starts this season.Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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But the reality has been far more sluggish, marked by incremental progress and uneven adoption.Zennon Kapron, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Increasing the amount of water or fat locked into the casein network can encourage melting, but so can modifying the casein itself.Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2024
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The designer’s role is about creating a culture of continuous improvement and innovation by creating, modifying or eliminating systemic structures to better align with the organization's strategic objectives.Thomas Lim, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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Other Magic formats, especially tournament play, are governed by a fluctuating metagame determined by the most powerful eligible cards.Ash Parrish, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024
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Ongoing conflicts in regions including Ukraine and the Middle East, alongside economic uncertainty and fluctuating market conditions, are all creating challenges for businesses.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Researchers studying skeletons from the 12th to the 19th centuries have discovered that tobacco leaves a lasting impact on the human body even after death, significantly altering skeletal structure.Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
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Another common change companies might pursue is altering the product’s flavor profile entirely, which could mean swapping out a layer of chocolate for other fillings like wafers or nuts.Erika Tulfo, CNN, 20 Oct. 2024
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“Varying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/varying. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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