varies

[vair-eez] / ˈvɛər iz /

VERB

change

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alter differ diverge diversify divide fluctuate modify range

STRONG

alternate assort convert depart deviate digress disagree displace dissent divaricate inflect interchange mutate part separate swerve transform turn variegate

WEAK

be unlike blow hot and cold hem and haw permutate shilly-shally take turns yo-yo

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agree conform disorganize hold join keep maintain remain retain

STRONG

arrive come concur consent continue stay wait

Example Sentences

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The ideal number of close friends varies from person to person—and by gender—and changes as we move through different phases of life, writes Clare Ansberry.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ultimately, this research aims to explain why aging varies so widely and to uncover new ways to support healthier, longer lives.

From Science Daily

The insurers are heavily regulated at the state level, and policyholders are protected by state guaranty funds up to a certain level that varies by state, but which is usually $300,000 or more.

From MarketWatch

The exact degree of benefit varies by occupation.

From The Wall Street Journal

The number varies from person to person and changes as we move through different phases of life.

From The Wall Street Journal