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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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
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
Even within a single day, temporary weight shifts are common and are often due to varying levels of fluid retention.
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Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
22 Oct. 2025
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Understanding diverse approaches to relationship-building, like varying social contexts for trust, is key.
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Andy Molinsky,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The difference could reflect regional cost-of-living differences or varying wedding styles, Bank of America Institute said.
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Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
There is no question that varying projections of timing and severity of job loss caused by AI make designing such a major job creation strategy an unprecedented challenge.
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Gene Sperling,
Time,
1 July 2026
Hainaut used computer modelling to understand the effect of varying numbers of satellites of different brightness levels on astronomical observations.
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Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
1 July 2026
Technically, ceasefires of varying durability exist between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon and between the United States and Iran.
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ABC News,
1 July 2026
On the San Andreas Fault, scientists expect on average a large earthquake of magnitude 7 or above every 170 years or so, with the timing varying along the fault.
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Sylvain Barbot,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
That same underlying rhythm in laughter is shaped by a conscious control to communicate varying emotions and intentions.
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Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
25 June 2026
Adjective
This is a recurring injury for Smith, who has missed five of the last nine games due to varying levels of discomfort in his calf.
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Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
Even within a single day, temporary weight shifts are common and are often due to varying levels of fluid retention.
—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
In 2026, there have been over 600 recalls reported for products varying from frozen foods to baby formula and hundreds in between.
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Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
Understanding diverse approaches to relationship-building, like varying social contexts for trust, is key.
—
Andy Molinsky,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The difference could reflect regional cost-of-living differences or varying wedding styles, Bank of America Institute said.
—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
There is no question that varying projections of timing and severity of job loss caused by AI make designing such a major job creation strategy an unprecedented challenge.
—
Gene Sperling,
Time,
1 July 2026
Hainaut used computer modelling to understand the effect of varying numbers of satellites of different brightness levels on astronomical observations.
—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
1 July 2026
Technically, ceasefires of varying durability exist between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon and between the United States and Iran.
—
ABC News,
1 July 2026
On the San Andreas Fault, scientists expect on average a large earthquake of magnitude 7 or above every 170 years or so, with the timing varying along the fault.
—
Sylvain Barbot,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
That same underlying rhythm in laughter is shaped by a conscious control to communicate varying emotions and intentions.
—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for varying
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In some studies, gloves not changed between tasks had higher bacterial counts and could transfer germs just as easily as ungloved hands, underscoring the need for frequent changing and proper hand hygiene.
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This Hollywood initiative advises major studios like Disney and Paramount on crafting stories that promote pluralism and humanize differing perspectives.
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For Edris, one of the biggest challenges in their relationship has been differing views on boundaries.
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The report’s authors recommend modifying the fence sections so that there is a large animal jump at least every 1,000 feet, along with ground openings for small mammals every 500 feet.
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The companies are also modifying the electrical characteristics of the devices in other ways.
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Factor meals are made with health-conscious ingredients that can cater to your dietary needs, ranging from Keto to vegan and beyond.
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The setup can scan an area measuring 200 by 200 micrometers at heights ranging from 50 to 450 micrometers above the surface.
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Multiple soccer writers are reporting on social media that this game could also move time, shifting an hour later, potentially due to weather, but also possibly due to the potential overlap with the England-Mexico game.
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Trump has redirected federal money to help finance billions of dollars of renovations, shifting hundreds of thousands of dollars in funds from National Parks and other programs.
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Household financial resilience also remains uneven, even when many adults report doing okay or living comfortably.
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The uneven workmanship of the double stitching suggests the giant flag was likely made by amateurs, curators with the historical society have determined.
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Zaman has brought each of those contrasting identities to life with diamond-sharp precision.
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Plant species with contrasting textures, such as frilly ferns with the large, bold leaves of hosta.
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Pulling the data off a hard drive or USB drive without altering files or metadata like timestamps also takes skill, Ries says.
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Artificial intelligence is fundamentally altering America's economic geography, enabling businesses to operate globally while reducing reliance on traditional urban hubs.
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“Varying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/varying. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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