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as in interpretations
a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)
the movie begins with a somewhat irreverent variation on the Nativity story
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as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different
the latest in a long line of variations in her hair color
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Recent Examples of variations
These and other variations like ones involving free weights or resistance bands can also engage hip flexor, leg and butt muscles.
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
With so many updates to the classic handbag in spring collections—including variations on the shapes’ silhouette, size, shade, and even textiles—there are so many ways to incorporate this style into your life in a way that speaks to you.
—Jasmine Fox-Suliaman, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
But there are also plenty of wallet-friendly variations.
—Ella Gonzales
march 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
This movie is infinite variations on the father and the two daughters and the guest actress from America.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2026
The style of shoe can also explain variations in shoe size.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Bedside lamps with fabric shades like raffia or linen for soft visual interest, wall sconces—especially candle variations—for ambient glow, and a floor lamp near a lounge chair can create distinct lighting zones that support reading or winding down without screens.
—Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
However, more petite variations bring something new and fresh—particularly pencil tile, a slender shape measuring around 1-by-12 inches.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
Fill up on gas and peruse a staggering menu of over 700 variations of fizzy pop, including weird and wonderful flavors such as teriyaki beef jerky soda.
—Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
With so many updates to the classic handbag in spring collections—including variations on the shapes’ silhouette, size, shade, and even textiles—there are so many ways to incorporate this style into your life in a way that speaks to you.
—Jasmine Fox-Suliaman, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
But there are also plenty of wallet-friendly variations.
—Ella Gonzales
march 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
This movie is infinite variations on the father and the two daughters and the guest actress from America.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2026
The style of shoe can also explain variations in shoe size.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Bedside lamps with fabric shades like raffia or linen for soft visual interest, wall sconces—especially candle variations—for ambient glow, and a floor lamp near a lounge chair can create distinct lighting zones that support reading or winding down without screens.
—Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
However, more petite variations bring something new and fresh—particularly pencil tile, a slender shape measuring around 1-by-12 inches.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
Fill up on gas and peruse a staggering menu of over 700 variations of fizzy pop, including weird and wonderful flavors such as teriyaki beef jerky soda.
—Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for variations
Noun
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The neighborhood features modern interpretations of early California architecture.—
Sandra Barrera,
Daily News,
19 Mar. 2026
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The novel conspiracy theory rests on events and perceptions from years ago, and its reliance on retrospective interpretations of consent should give pause.—
Chloe Melas,
NBC news,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The first half was a competitive back-and-forth affair that included 19 lead changes and 10 ties before the Hornets entered halftime with a narrow 59-57 lead.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
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Many of those tax changes targeted specific groups with credits.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Mar. 2026
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From evergreen staples from Manolo Blahnik and Jimmy Choo to modern takes from Toteme and The Row (and even a few unexpected picks in bubblegum pink and firetruck red), their wishlist encompasses a lot of bridal styles; and, more importantly, a lot of bridal events.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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Actors might then spend the entire day — and sometimes well into the night — wearing and removing the elaborate wigs dozens of times between takes.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Mar. 2026
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However, adoption remains uneven across sectors, reflecting differences in digital readiness and creating varied credit implications.—
Lee Ying Shan,Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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Laser beams traversing each arm and bouncing between mirrors at the ends are combined together to reveal extremely slight differences in their travel times, which can be produced when spacetime stretches and contracts because of the passage of a gravitational wave.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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For example, all three versions state that the visitors arrived early and sat outside in the car, rehearsing.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Bardossas said instead of boosting the production of glyphosate, the solution should be to switch to organic versions of pesticides or to regenerative farming, a practice that restores soil health while reducing or eliminating synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Apparently, her role in Gone Girl involved multiple length alterations, given the character's complexity.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
9 Mar. 2026
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Some do alterations, others help with measurements and others with tracking down the right items.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Variations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variations. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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