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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Relevance
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Recent Examples of variant
David Szondy, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2025
But the bill sponsors are also seeking to curtail pistol variants of the AR-15, the measure would cover some handguns, like James Bond’s Walther PPK.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2025
Boasting the best range among Kia's EV models at its top level, the EV3 gets 270 miles (436 km) for the standard range and 375 miles (605 km) for the long-range variant.
—Kristin Shaw, Ars Technica, 27 Feb. 2025
The shop has taken the fourth-generation Coyote 5.0-liter V-8 found in both variants and added a high-performance supercharger, high-flow air induction system, upgraded fuel injectors and fuel pump, and a new engine management system.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Then around 2000, DLR Göttingen developed a variant called Background Oriented Schlieren (BOS) that uses a natural textured background and digital imaging to produce Schlieren images without the need for special lighting or complex optical bench set ups.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2025
But the bill sponsors are also seeking to curtail pistol variants of the AR-15, the measure would cover some handguns, like James Bond’s Walther PPK.
—Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2025
Boasting the best range among Kia's EV models at its top level, the EV3 gets 270 miles (436 km) for the standard range and 375 miles (605 km) for the long-range variant.
—Kristin Shaw, Ars Technica, 27 Feb. 2025
The shop has taken the fourth-generation Coyote 5.0-liter V-8 found in both variants and added a high-performance supercharger, high-flow air induction system, upgraded fuel injectors and fuel pump, and a new engine management system.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for variant
Adjective
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It's made with tomatoes, chilis, onions and various spices and, as with any meal, each country puts its own spin on it.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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This time around, the hue’s various iterations—ecru, olive green, dark greige—look especially fresh when combined.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Target’s alternatives are plentiful, offering numerous variations of the nap dress style, including short, midi, and maxi options.—
Maya Gandara,
StyleCaster,
7 Mar. 2025
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This breathtaking visual journey pairs 10 variations of Bach Chorales with stunning footage of Earth captured from the International Space Station.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Even if the current standoff cools down, bad blood could linger, several industry-watchers have said — and not just in Canada.—
Christopher Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2025
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Released in December, the latest iteration of the league’s drug policy took several more steps toward leniency.—
Jayna Bardahl,
The Athletic,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This form of the disease is caused by mutations in the AIPL1 gene, which results in deficiencies of the protein of the same name.—
Michael Irving,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2025
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The implications depend on the specific mutation found.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Schenn’s situation, however, is a little different.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
The Athletic,
5 Mar. 2025
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Meanwhile, Johnson knows Wednesday’s game will be different.—
Matt Murschel,
Orlando Sentinel,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The sole deviation from her brand were her Bottega Veneta shield sunglasses.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2025
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For David, Buttermilk Drop Bakery offers a sweet deviation from the norm.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The only other Heat players with at least 200 3-pointers in a season were Tim Hardaway (1996-97), Damon Jones (2004-05) and Wayne Ellington (2017-18).—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2025
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Most divisions of the agency, which employs scientists and specialists in weather, oceans, biodiversity, climate and other research and planetary monitoring fields, were affected.—
Eric Zerkel, Mary Gilbert and Angela Fritz,
CNN,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Variant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variant. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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