- present tense form of vary (3rd person singular).
varies
Example Sentences
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"The appearance of different species varies dramatically, from low shrubs to tall trees. Most striking are the leaves, which range from large and entire to small and deeply lobed," says Martin.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 30, 2026
ClassPass charges a monthly membership fee that varies based on your location and the number of credits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
Leukemia is a cancer of the blood that begins in the bone marrow, which varies based on the type of blood cell affected and the stage of the disease.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
At member-state level, Brussels will push countries to channel revenues from the ETS into decarbonising industry -- an area where performance varies widely.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
A momentary hush; the orchestra leader varies his rhythm obligingly for her and there is a burst of chatter as the erroneous news goes around that she is Gilda Gray's understudy from the "Follies."
From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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