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noun

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Recent Examples of variant
Noun
For the first time in decades, the AMG E-Class line spanned more than one variant — although the new ones were a far cry from the rare E36 / E50 / E60 versions of the 1990s. Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2025 In total, she's notched over 1,400 total flight hours in the T-38 (across four different variants) and the F-22 Raptor. Julian Dossett, Space.com, 12 Mar. 2025 At least one variant of every model that Tesla sells is eligible for the federal credit, more than any other automaker. Robert Ferris, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2025 Most were variants of Eastmancolor, introduced by Kodak in 1950. Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for variant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for variant
Adjective
  • These curbs will be expanded in October 2023 and December 2024 — when China responds with a ban of U.S. exports for various high-tech materials like gallium and germanium.
    TIME, TIME, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Throughout the various rooms, different craftspeople showcased their skills—creating rosettes, engaging in leatherwork, and making Roger Vivier’s signature square buckles.
    Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
  • Limitations and Areas for Improvement Despite the positive results, the study identified several limitations.
    Lars Daniel, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
  • With more than two decades of experience, Ludgrove has held several senior roles in the industry.
    Alex Ritman, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • The implications depend on the specific mutation found.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • What if Piper emerges from the meditation center with entirely different values.
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • But that was an almost entirely different team, except for reserve guard Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn.
    Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • For instance, sensors might detect increases in vibration or deviations in cut time which could signal potential issues.
    Cory McNeley, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Forecasts are for a slightly softer reading compared with January — meaning price growth would have slowed — but any deviation could ripple through markets.
    Rob Wile, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Connor Brown was the only other forward to have a positive Corsi forward percentage.
    Daniel Nugent-Bowman, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
  • While the Midwest and the South are bracing for possible severe storms Friday and Saturday, on Thursday there was a critical risk of fire in Texas and other parts of the Great Plains — and the extreme danger will continue into the weekend.
    Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Mar. 2025

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“Variant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/variant. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.

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