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varying
VEH-uh-ree-ihng
Varying (adj) means differing from one instance to another; changing. Example: “Varying weather across the country made travel plans hard to predict.”
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Differing from one instance to another; changing.
"Varying weather across the country made travel plans hard to predict."
"The students gave varying answers, so the teacher asked them to explain their thinking."
"The recipe was tested with varying amounts of sugar to find the best balance."
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varying degrees
varying amounts
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What does “varying” mean?
The word “varying” means differing from one instance to another; changing.
How do you pronounce “varying”?
“Varying” is pronounced VEH-uh-ree-ihng (/ˈvɛɹiɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “varying” in a sentence?
Here is “varying” used in a sentence: “The recipe was tested with varying amounts of sugar to find the best balance.”
What part of speech is “varying”?
“Varying” is an adjective.
Is “varying” a common word?
“Varying” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "varying" and "various"?
"Varying" describes things that differ or change from one instance to another, often over time, as in "varying temperatures." "Various" simply means several different kinds and refers to number or variety, as in "various options."
What is the difference between "varying" and "varied"?
"Varying" suggests something is actively changing or differs from case to case, while "varied" describes something that already contains a range of different elements. You might face "varying results" as they shift, but call a menu "varied" because it offers many choices.
When should you use "varying" instead of "changing"?
"Varying" emphasises difference between separate instances, whereas "changing" emphasises transformation over time within one thing. Use "varying" for things that differ from case to case, such as "varying prices between shops," and "changing" for something in the process of transforming.
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