verb
vary
VEH-uh-ree
verb
1
To change or differ, especially over time or from one instance to another.
"Prices vary depending on the season."
"Her mood can vary wildly from one hour to the next."
2
To make changes to something; to introduce variety.
"Try to vary your workout routine so your body doesn't plateau."
How to Use Vary
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo vary is to change, or to be different from one case to another.
Common pairings
prices vary
results may vary
vary in size
Word Forms
varied past tense, varies singular
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Etymology
From Old French varier, from Latin variare, "to change, make different," based on varius, "various."