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3691 lines
149 KiB
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": a Taracahitian people of the R\u00edo Mayo valley between the states of Chihuahua and Sonora, Mexico":[],
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": a member of the Varoh\u00edo people":[]
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"\u02ccv\u00e4r\u0259\u02c8h\u0113(\u02cc)\u014d"
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"Varuna":{
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"definitions":{
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": a chief Vedic god responsible for natural and moral order in the cosmos":[]
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},
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{
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"1828, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"borrowed from Sanskrit Varu\u1e47a":""
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},
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"\u02c8va-r\u0259-",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0259-n\u0259"
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"vari-":{
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": variation : variability":[
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"vario meter"
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": varied : diverse":[
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"vari- , combining form of Latin varius various entry 1 (probably after Medieval Latin models, as varipliciter \"variously,\" varificere \"to work in various ways\"); vario- from Latin varius + -o-":""
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"first_known_use":{
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"1926, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"borrowed from Latin, neuter plural of varius \"of different kinds, various entry 1 \"":""
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259"
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"plural noun"
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"variability":{
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"adjective",
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"adverb",
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"noun",
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"noun,"
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"variable winds",
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"variable costs"
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": characterized by variations":[],
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": not true to type : aberrant":[
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": a symbol representing a variable":[],
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": something that is variable":[],
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": a factor in a scientific experiment that may be subject to change":[],
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": variable star":[]
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259-b\u0259l, \u02c8var-",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259-b\u0259l"
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],
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"adaptable",
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"changeable",
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"elastic",
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"flexible",
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"fluid",
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"malleable",
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"modifiable",
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"pliable"
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"established",
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"fixed",
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"immutable",
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"inelastic",
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"inflexible",
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"invariable",
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"nonmalleable",
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"ramrod",
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"set",
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"unadaptable",
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"unalterable",
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"unbudgeable",
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"unchangeable"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Adjective",
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"The winds were light and variable .",
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"The loan has a variable interest rate.",
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"Noun",
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"unemployment and other economic variables",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
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"That\u2019s a feature Apple will enable only on screens with variable refresh rates, however. \u2014 Chris Smith, BGR , 20 June 2022",
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"Countries with more than 50% of their external debt on variable rates include Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Zambia, World Bank data shows. \u2014 Jason Douglas, WSJ , 18 June 2022",
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"Credit card borrowers will see immediate pain, as cards have variable rates that go up as the Fed drives short term interest rates higher. \u2014 Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press , 15 June 2022",
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"For starters, leaks report the A16 chip is a relatively minor upgrade from the A15, while the primary requirement for always-on displays are panels which can handle variable refresh rates to conserve battery life. \u2014 Gordon Kelly, Forbes , 7 June 2022",
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"One-quarter of the typical poor country\u2019s debt burden now carries variable interest rates, up from 11 percent in 2010. \u2014 David J. Lynch, Washington Post , 7 June 2022",
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"The problem for Intel\u2019s factory engineers, West said, is that pay is highly variable , hours are long and job security is unreliable. \u2014 oregonlive , 11 May 2022",
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"The move becomes more interesting when considering that HDMI 2.1 introduced variable refresh rates to the standard. \u2014 Scharon Harding, Ars Technica , 2 May 2022",
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"Winds are light and variable around five to 10 mph, mainly coming from the south by later in the day. \u2014 Ian Livingston, Washington Post , 11 June 2022",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
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"Over that time, the cost of technology has dropped and become more of a variable (vs. \u2014 Sayer Martin, Forbes , 27 May 2022",
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"Denis is one of the greatest directors working now, and also one of the most variable of great directors, one whose ardently attentive artistry is sparked in large measure by her choice of subject and her cast. \u2014 Richard Brody, The New Yorker , 3 Mar. 2022",
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"Exactly why is unclear because the new pricing algorithm isn\u2019t public, but Mr. Holehouse thinks a key reason is the inclusion of the cost-of-replacement variable . \u2014 WSJ , 1 Oct. 2021",
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"This made the predictability of cloud costs an unknown variable , often leading to unpleasant surprises when the bill arrives. \u2014 Mike Fuhrman, Forbes , 17 June 2022",
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"Dirty Pipe is caused by an uninitialized variable that allows an attacker to overwrite any file contents cached in memory. \u2014 Dan Goodin, Ars Technica , 8 Mar. 2022",
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"In addition, Neal points to swiftly rising house prices as another variable that may be discouraging homeowners from selling. \u2014 cleveland , 4 June 2022",
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"That is has ruled for three weeks is mostly a matter of no big-scale competition, so the most important variable is the raw grosses rather than the arbitrary rank. \u2014 Scott Mendelson, Forbes , 19 Sep. 2021",
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"Natural light is another important variable to consider. \u2014 Karen Asp, USA TODAY , 20 May 2021"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Late Latin vari\u0101bilis \"changeable,\" from Latin vari\u0101re \"to make changeable, vary \" + -\u0101bilis -able":"Adjective"
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":"Adjective",
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"1816, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":"Noun"
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-230209"
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"variable":{
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"invariable",
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"ramrod",
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"Adjective",
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"The winds were light and variable .",
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"The loan has a variable interest rate.",
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"Noun",
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"unemployment and other economic variables",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
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"That\u2019s a feature Apple will enable only on screens with variable refresh rates, however. \u2014 Chris Smith, BGR , 20 June 2022",
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"Countries with more than 50% of their external debt on variable rates include Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Zambia, World Bank data shows. \u2014 Jason Douglas, WSJ , 18 June 2022",
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"Credit card borrowers will see immediate pain, as cards have variable rates that go up as the Fed drives short term interest rates higher. \u2014 Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press , 15 June 2022",
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"For starters, leaks report the A16 chip is a relatively minor upgrade from the A15, while the primary requirement for always-on displays are panels which can handle variable refresh rates to conserve battery life. \u2014 Gordon Kelly, Forbes , 7 June 2022",
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"One-quarter of the typical poor country\u2019s debt burden now carries variable interest rates, up from 11 percent in 2010. \u2014 David J. Lynch, Washington Post , 7 June 2022",
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"The problem for Intel\u2019s factory engineers, West said, is that pay is highly variable , hours are long and job security is unreliable. \u2014 oregonlive , 11 May 2022",
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"The move becomes more interesting when considering that HDMI 2.1 introduced variable refresh rates to the standard. \u2014 Scharon Harding, Ars Technica , 2 May 2022",
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"Winds are light and variable around five to 10 mph, mainly coming from the south by later in the day. \u2014 Ian Livingston, Washington Post , 11 June 2022",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
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"Over that time, the cost of technology has dropped and become more of a variable (vs. \u2014 Sayer Martin, Forbes , 27 May 2022",
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"Denis is one of the greatest directors working now, and also one of the most variable of great directors, one whose ardently attentive artistry is sparked in large measure by her choice of subject and her cast. \u2014 Richard Brody, The New Yorker , 3 Mar. 2022",
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"Exactly why is unclear because the new pricing algorithm isn\u2019t public, but Mr. Holehouse thinks a key reason is the inclusion of the cost-of-replacement variable . \u2014 WSJ , 1 Oct. 2021",
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"This made the predictability of cloud costs an unknown variable , often leading to unpleasant surprises when the bill arrives. \u2014 Mike Fuhrman, Forbes , 17 June 2022",
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"Dirty Pipe is caused by an uninitialized variable that allows an attacker to overwrite any file contents cached in memory. \u2014 Dan Goodin, Ars Technica , 8 Mar. 2022",
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"In addition, Neal points to swiftly rising house prices as another variable that may be discouraging homeowners from selling. \u2014 cleveland , 4 June 2022",
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"That is has ruled for three weeks is mostly a matter of no big-scale competition, so the most important variable is the raw grosses rather than the arbitrary rank. \u2014 Scott Mendelson, Forbes , 19 Sep. 2021",
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"Natural light is another important variable to consider. \u2014 Karen Asp, USA TODAY , 20 May 2021"
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"1816, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":"Noun"
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"Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Late Latin vari\u0101bilis \"changeable,\" from Latin vari\u0101re \"to make changeable, vary \" + -\u0101bilis -able":"Adjective"
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259-b\u0259l, \u02c8var-",
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"changeable",
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"flexible",
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"modifiable",
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"adverb",
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"noun",
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"noun,"
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"variable condenser":{
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": a condenser whose capacitance may be varied for circuit-tuning or other purpose":[]
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": cost that fluctuates directly with changes in output \u2014 compare fixed cost":[]
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-062308",
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"definitions":{
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": a gear wheel of irregular outline gearing with a corresponding wheel so that the velocity ratio changes one or more times throughout a single revolution":[]
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-183537",
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"type":[
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"variable inductor":{
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"type":[
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"definitions":{
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": an inductor or reactor whose inductance is continuously adjustable":[]
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-154145"
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"variable nebula":{
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"definitions":{
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"definitions":{
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": a star whose brightness changes usually in more or less regular periods":[]
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"The image from Hubble shows a nebula (a gas cloud) that happened during one of the larger outbursts from the variable star . \u2014 Elizabeth Howell, Forbes , 26 Apr. 2021",
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"According to some models, the luminous blue variable star might have skipped the supernova stage and formed a slow-spinning black hole instead, Allan told Gizmodo. \u2014 Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics , 6 July 2020",
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"The ginormous star, a type of luminous blue variable star , shined between 2.5 and 3.5 times brighter than our sun. \u2014 Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics , 6 July 2020",
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"Betelgeuse has always been a variable star (though far less variable than at present), and there are a couple of potential causes. \u2014 John Timmer, Ars Technica , 14 Feb. 2020",
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"An article on Tuesday about the Vera C. Rubin Observatory misidentified the astronomer who discovered a relationship between the luminosities and periodicities of variable stars . \u2014 New York Times , 14 Jan. 2020",
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"On top of these random events, Betelgeuse is also known to be a semi-regular variable star . \u2014 The Economist , 11 Jan. 2020",
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"Bright idea Skowron and her colleagues mapped the Milky Way in three dimensions using 2,431 classical Cepheid variable stars . \u2014 Nadia Drake, National Geographic , 1 Aug. 2019",
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"The telescope gathered a trove of unprecedented data on the pulsations of variable stars throughout the galaxy. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 10 Mar. 2015"
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"\u2014 compare variable-density":[
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": having the characteristics of a variable":[],
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": not true to type : aberrant":[
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"\u2014 used of a biological group or character"
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],
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": something that is variable":[],
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": variable star":[]
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"examples":[
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"Adjective",
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"The winds were light and variable .",
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"The loan has a variable interest rate.",
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"Noun",
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"unemployment and other economic variables",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
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"That\u2019s a feature Apple will enable only on screens with variable refresh rates, however. \u2014 Chris Smith, BGR , 20 June 2022",
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"Countries with more than 50% of their external debt on variable rates include Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Zambia, World Bank data shows. \u2014 Jason Douglas, WSJ , 18 June 2022",
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"Credit card borrowers will see immediate pain, as cards have variable rates that go up as the Fed drives short term interest rates higher. \u2014 Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press , 15 June 2022",
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"For starters, leaks report the A16 chip is a relatively minor upgrade from the A15, while the primary requirement for always-on displays are panels which can handle variable refresh rates to conserve battery life. \u2014 Gordon Kelly, Forbes , 7 June 2022",
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"One-quarter of the typical poor country\u2019s debt burden now carries variable interest rates, up from 11 percent in 2010. \u2014 David J. Lynch, Washington Post , 7 June 2022",
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"The problem for Intel\u2019s factory engineers, West said, is that pay is highly variable , hours are long and job security is unreliable. \u2014 oregonlive , 11 May 2022",
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"The move becomes more interesting when considering that HDMI 2.1 introduced variable refresh rates to the standard. \u2014 Scharon Harding, Ars Technica , 2 May 2022",
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"Winds are light and variable around five to 10 mph, mainly coming from the south by later in the day. \u2014 Ian Livingston, Washington Post , 11 June 2022",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
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"Over that time, the cost of technology has dropped and become more of a variable (vs. \u2014 Sayer Martin, Forbes , 27 May 2022",
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"Denis is one of the greatest directors working now, and also one of the most variable of great directors, one whose ardently attentive artistry is sparked in large measure by her choice of subject and her cast. \u2014 Richard Brody, The New Yorker , 3 Mar. 2022",
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"Exactly why is unclear because the new pricing algorithm isn\u2019t public, but Mr. Holehouse thinks a key reason is the inclusion of the cost-of-replacement variable . \u2014 WSJ , 1 Oct. 2021",
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"This made the predictability of cloud costs an unknown variable , often leading to unpleasant surprises when the bill arrives. \u2014 Mike Fuhrman, Forbes , 17 June 2022",
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"Dirty Pipe is caused by an uninitialized variable that allows an attacker to overwrite any file contents cached in memory. \u2014 Dan Goodin, Ars Technica , 8 Mar. 2022",
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"In addition, Neal points to swiftly rising house prices as another variable that may be discouraging homeowners from selling. \u2014 cleveland , 4 June 2022",
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"That is has ruled for three weeks is mostly a matter of no big-scale competition, so the most important variable is the raw grosses rather than the arbitrary rank. \u2014 Scott Mendelson, Forbes , 19 Sep. 2021",
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"Natural light is another important variable to consider. \u2014 Karen Asp, USA TODAY , 20 May 2021"
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"1816, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":"Noun"
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"Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Late Latin vari\u0101bilis \"changeable,\" from Latin vari\u0101re \"to make changeable, vary \" + -\u0101bilis -able":"Adjective"
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259-b\u0259l, \u02c8var-",
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],
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"adaptable",
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"adjustable",
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"alterable",
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"changeable",
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"elastic",
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"flexible",
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"fluid",
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"malleable",
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"modifiable",
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"adverb",
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},
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"variance":{
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"antonyms":[
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"accord",
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"agreement",
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"concordance",
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"harmony",
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"peace"
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"definitions":{
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": a disagreement between two parts of the same legal proceeding that must be consonant":[],
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": a license to do some act contrary to the usual rule":[
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"a zoning variance"
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],
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": not in harmony or agreement":[],
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": the fact or state of being in disagreement : dissension , dispute":[],
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": the fact, quality, or state of being variable or variant : difference , variation":[
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"yearly variance in crops"
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],
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": the square of the standard deviation":[]
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"examples":[
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"There was some variance in the results.",
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"We noticed a slight variance between the quality of the samples.",
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"He had to get a variance to add a garage on to his house.",
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"There will be variance in how much the new vehicle will cost, too, for the same reason. \u2014 Sebastian Blanco, Car and Driver , 10 Apr. 2022",
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"For residents at Stonegate Hill, approving the tree variance is better than having Microsoft build a structure aimed at limiting tree removal. \u2014 Elena Bruess, San Antonio Express-News , 27 Jan. 2022",
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"This statement cites the availability of vaccines, the variance in proper masking use and care, and the low rate of new cases among school-age individuals. \u2014 Ed Wittenberg, cleveland , 17 Feb. 2022",
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"In the second vote, the council voted 7-1 to approve a height variance , design aspects and the overall site. \u2014 Daniel I. Dorfman, chicagotribune.com , 10 Mar. 2021",
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"Village Council has approved a zoning variance to allow the construction of four electric vehicle charging stations at Whole Foods Market at the Pinecrest shopping center. \u2014 cleveland , 14 Apr. 2022",
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"The city Planning Commission approved a landscaping variance during a Dec. 7 meeting for a new restaurant at 4126 Elm Springs Road, Laurinda Joenks reported last month. \u2014 Garrett Moore, Arkansas Online , 7 Jan. 2022",
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"Culture was linked to six percent of the variance , while eachscents' molecular influenced 40 percent of the selections. \u2014 Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine , 6 Apr. 2022",
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"In the West, there\u2019s so much variance that Utah could fall in the first round if things broke poorly. \u2014 Shane Young, Forbes , 13 Oct. 2021"
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"first_known_use":{
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English variaunce \"change, variety, discrepancy,\" borrowed from Anglo-French variance , borrowed from Latin variantia , \"diversity, variety,\" from variant-, varians variant entry 1 + -ia -ia entry 1":""
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259n(t)s",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259ns"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for variance discord , strife , conflict , contention , dissension , variance mean a state or condition marked by a lack of agreement or harmony. discord implies an intrinsic or essential lack of harmony producing quarreling, factiousness, or antagonism. a political party long racked by discord strife emphasizes a struggle for superiority rather than the incongruity or incompatibility of the persons or things involved. during his brief reign the empire was never free of civil strife conflict usually stresses the action of forces in opposition but in static applications implies an irreconcilability as of duties or desires. the conflict of freedom and responsibility contention applies to strife or competition that shows itself in quarreling, disputing, or controversy. several points of contention about the new zoning law dissension implies strife or discord and stresses a division into factions. religious dissension threatened to split the colony variance implies a clash between persons or things owing to a difference in nature, opinion, or interest. cultural variances that work against a national identity",
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"synonyms":[
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"conflict",
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"disaccord",
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"discord",
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"discordance",
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"discordancy",
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"disharmony",
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"dissension",
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"dissention",
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"dissent",
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"dissidence",
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"dissonance",
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"disunion",
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"disunity",
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"division",
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"friction",
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"infighting",
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"inharmony",
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"schism",
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"strife",
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"war",
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"warfare"
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],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-231328",
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"type":[
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"noun"
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]
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"variation":{
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"type":[
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"adjective",
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"adverb",
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": the act or process of varying : the state or fact of being varied":[],
|
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": an instance of varying":[],
|
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": the extent to which or the range in which a thing varies":[],
|
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": declination sense 6":[],
|
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": a change of algebraic sign between successive terms of a sequence":[],
|
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": a measure of the change in data, a variable , or a function":[],
|
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": the repetition of a musical theme with modifications in such elements as rhythm, melody, harmony, key, tempo, and accompaniment":[],
|
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": divergence in the structural or functional characteristics of an organism from the species or population norm or average":[],
|
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": something (such as an individual or group) that exhibits variation":[],
|
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": a solo dance in classic ballet":[],
|
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": a repetition in modern ballet of a movement sequence with changes":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u02c8\u0101-sh\u0259n, \u02ccvar-",
|
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"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u02c8\u0101-sh\u0259n"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[
|
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"interpretation",
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"riff",
|
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"take"
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],
|
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"the movie begins with a somewhat irreverent variation on the Nativity story",
|
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"the latest in a long line of variations in her hair color",
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
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"Carre\u00f1o also said that connotations of risk words and sense of urgency can vary as a function of the variation of Spanish (for example, Mexican versus Puerto Rican). \u2014 Marshall Shepherd, Forbes , 13 May 2022",
|
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"Breed accounted for only about 9% of behavioral variation in individual dogs and no trait was unique to a single breed of dog, the study found. \u2014 Katie Shepherd, Anchorage Daily News , 30 Apr. 2022",
|
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"Commes des Gar\u00e7ons coach\u2019s jacket is my perfect variation on the theme. \u2014 Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times , 14 Apr. 2022",
|
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"One variation offers an unusual activity report and a solution link for recipients to restore their accounts. \u2014 Carrie Brandon Elliott, Forbes , 16 June 2022",
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"This variation hits your rear delts hard as well as working your traps. \u2014 Jeff Tomko, Men's Health , 15 June 2022",
|
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"Joker, released in 2019, took a very dark variation on the Batman villain. \u2014 Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone , 14 June 2022",
|
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"This easy variation highlights the aromatic flavor of soy sauce, garlic and ginger, a combination that seeps into bone-in, skin-on fish. \u2014 New York Times , 13 June 2022",
|
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"The ingredients happily accommodate variation : add some tarragon, leave out the garlic, swap the tuna for tinned salmon\u2014the correct answer is whatever happens to be on hand, though the better the fish, the better the results. \u2014 Helen Rosner, The New Yorker , 13 June 2022"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Middle English variacioun , borrowed from Anglo-French variacion \"variance, discrepancy,\" borrowed from Latin vari\u0101ti\u014dn-, vari\u0101ti\u014d \"diversification, divergence,\" from vari\u0101re \"to make changeable, vary \" + -ti\u014dn- -ti\u014d , suffix of deverbal nouns":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-153601"
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},
|
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"varicolored":{
|
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"antonyms":[
|
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"colorless"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{},
|
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"examples":[
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
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"These recall the varicolored water specimens that Wolfe has exhibited previously. \u2014 Mark Jenkins, Washington Post , 8 Nov. 2019"
|
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],
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1665, in the meaning defined above":""
|
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},
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"vari- + colored entry 1":""
|
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},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-i-\u02cck\u0259-l\u0259rd"
|
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],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[
|
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"chromatic",
|
|
"colored",
|
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"colorful",
|
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"kaleidoscopic",
|
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"motley",
|
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"multicolored",
|
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"multihued",
|
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"polychromatic",
|
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"polychrome",
|
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"prismatic",
|
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"rainbow",
|
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"varied",
|
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"variegated",
|
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"various"
|
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],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-213423",
|
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"type":[
|
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"adjective"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"varied":{
|
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"antonyms":[
|
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"homogeneous"
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": variegated sense 1":[],
|
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": various , diverse":[
|
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"many and varied comments"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"examples":[
|
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"We try to eat a more varied diet.",
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"My routine is varied enough so that I don't get bored.",
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"She studies subjects as varied as chemistry and sculpture.",
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
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"Scholarships varied from the lowest, $2,500, to the highest, $15,000. \u2014 Lola Sherman, San Diego Union-Tribune , 5 June 2022",
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"Like a fireworks display, the last three concerts of the Cleveland Orchestra\u2019s 2021-22 season were varied , colorful, and hard-hitting. \u2014 Zachary Lewis, cleveland , 31 May 2022",
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"Impacts will be varied , but the crisis at Lake Powell is bigger than hydropower. \u2014 Zak Podmore, The Salt Lake Tribune , 30 May 2022",
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"The motives in each case varied \u2014 racist venom, in some \u2014 but the end result was the same: shock, heartbreak and bottomless grief, families and friends scrambling to make sense of the senseless. \u2014 Daniel Arkin, NBC News , 25 May 2022",
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"At two-hour pace, estimates varied from about one to six minutes. \u2014 Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online , 14 May 2022",
|
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"The surface tension, which is 10 times that of water, can even be varied by submerging the liquid metal in salt water and applying a voltage. \u2014 Kurt Kleiner, Smithsonian Magazine , 6 May 2022",
|
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"The tides varied dramatically, revealing the city\u2019s unpleasant, pungent mud flaps. \u2014 BostonGlobe.com , 6 May 2022",
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"The dinosaurs are certainly varied in type and the CG work is solid enough for the most part, though some of the smaller, cuter species like the baby nasutoceratops look more like merchandizing opportunities than actual creatures. \u2014 David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter , 8 June 2022"
|
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],
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
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},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"from past participle of vary":""
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113d"
|
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],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[
|
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"assorted",
|
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"eclectic",
|
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"heterogeneous",
|
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"indiscriminate",
|
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"kitchen-sink",
|
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"magpie",
|
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"miscellaneous",
|
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"mixed",
|
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"motley",
|
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"patchwork",
|
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"piebald",
|
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"promiscuous",
|
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"raggle-taggle",
|
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"ragtag"
|
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],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-235933",
|
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"type":[
|
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"adjective",
|
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|
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]
|
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},
|
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"variegated":{
|
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"antonyms":[
|
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"colorless"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": having discrete markings of different colors":[
|
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"variegated leaves"
|
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],
|
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": varied sense 1":[]
|
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},
|
|
"examples":[
|
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"the variegated costumes of the dancers in the nightclub",
|
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"a variety of variegated tulip that is highly prized by gardeners",
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"It\u2019s a variegated pepper that gets 18 to 24 inches high and 12 to 18 inches wide and is considered a mini bell pepper. \u2014 Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 24 Mar. 2022",
|
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"Beauty was an expression of variegated desires, not a thing. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 21 Nov. 2021",
|
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"Throughout much of its history, psychiatry didn\u2019t display a strong interest in precise and variegated definitions of mental disorders. \u2014 Stephen Eide, WSJ , 15 Aug. 2021",
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"Across from a dog park in the heart of Washington, D.C., stands a striking, multicolored mural, in which two women reach for each other across a space teeming with variegated particles. \u2014 Meredith Wadman, Science | AAAS , 24 June 2021",
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"Between city and country lies a more variegated landscape of intermediates. \u2014 Nikil Saval, The New Republic , 26 Oct. 2020",
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"Bill Buford has had a storied and variegated career, a mix of high and low and sensitive and almost macho \u2014 a career that has twisted gently, like a flamed citrus peel destined for a Negroni. \u2014 Dwight Garner, New York Times , 25 May 2020",
|
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"Place these plants in a hanging basket or on a shelf to show off the variegated colors. \u2014 Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens , 14 May 2020",
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"Growers must take cuttings from the plant to propagate new pink princesses, and only from the most variegated parts of a mother plant, which makes them finicky for commercial growing. \u2014 Arielle Pardes, Wired , 19 Feb. 2020"
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],
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1615, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
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},
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"from past participle of variegate":""
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-i-\u02ccg\u0101-",
|
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259-\u02ccg\u0101-t\u0259d"
|
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[
|
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"chromatic",
|
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"colored",
|
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"colorful",
|
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"kaleidoscopic",
|
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"motley",
|
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"multicolored",
|
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"multihued",
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"polychromatic",
|
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"polychrome",
|
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"prismatic",
|
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"rainbow",
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"varicolored",
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"varied",
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"various"
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],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-171240",
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"type":[
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|
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]
|
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},
|
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"varier":{
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"definitions":{
|
|
": one that varies":[]
|
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},
|
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1860, in the meaning defined above":""
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|
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|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259r"
|
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],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-111956",
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"varies":{
|
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"antonyms":[
|
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"compare",
|
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"match"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": deviate , depart":[],
|
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": to exhibit divergence in structural or physiological characters from the typical form":[],
|
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": to exhibit or undergo change":[
|
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"the sky was constantly varying"
|
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],
|
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": to make a partial change in : make different in some attribute or characteristic":[],
|
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": to make differences between items in : diversify":[],
|
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": to take on successive values":[
|
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"y varies inversely with x"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"examples":[
|
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"The terrain varies as you climb higher.",
|
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"The cost of a room at the hotel varies with the season.",
|
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"Their services vary depending on the customer.",
|
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"They've tried to improve their procedures, with varying degrees of success.",
|
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"The diamonds vary in size.",
|
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"Colors vary from light to dark.",
|
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"I try to vary my diet by eating different kinds of foods.",
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Each case of endometriosis can vary from woman to woman; the same goes for the severity of symptoms and their impact on her fertility. \u2014 Jennifer \"jay\" Palumbo, Forbes , 28 June 2022",
|
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"Fees for using chargers can vary from monthly or yearly flat rates to per-kilowatt to hourly rates. \u2014 Ron Wood, Arkansas Online , 27 June 2022",
|
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"Laws on this sticky subject vary from state to state. \u2014 Kim Komando, USA TODAY , 23 June 2022",
|
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"Those restrictions vary from county to county and city to city. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 23 June 2022",
|
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"Beyond that, the specifics of human involvement are likely to vary widely from company to company, including whether a human driver will pilot vehicles in places like city streets. \u2014 Christopher Mims, WSJ , 18 June 2022",
|
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"The roots of the problems will vary from club to club. \u2014 New York Times , 17 June 2022",
|
|
"Ice cream machines vary in size from small personal bowls to large compressor-style machines. \u2014 Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping , 16 June 2022",
|
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"Conditions vary from ship to ship, and from sailing to sailing. \u2014 Jeremy Hsieh, Anchorage Daily News , 9 June 2022"
|
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],
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1":""
|
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English varien , borrowed from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French varier , borrowed from Latin vari\u0101re \"to mark with contrasting colors, give variety to, make changeable,\" derivative of varius \"having contrasting colors, of different kinds, changeable,\" of uncertain origin":""
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113, \u02c8var-\u0113",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for vary change , alter , vary , modify mean to make or become different. change implies making either an essential difference often amounting to a loss of original identity or a substitution of one thing for another. changed the shirt for a larger size alter implies a difference in some particular respect without suggesting loss of identity. slightly altered the original design vary stresses a breaking away from sameness, duplication, or exact repetition. vary your daily routine modify suggests a difference that limits, restricts, or adapts to a new purpose. modified the building for use by the disabled",
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"synonyms":[
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"contrast",
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"differ"
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],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-112609",
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"type":[
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"adverb",
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"intransitive verb",
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"verb"
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]
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},
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"varietal":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
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": a grape variety that is used to produce a varietal wine":[
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"The grape, which produces lush fruit flavors of boysenberry and blackberry, along with vibrant acidity, it is without question Argentina's lead varietal .",
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"\u2014 James Molesworth"
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],
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": a wine (such as merlot ) bearing the name of the principal grape variety from which it is produced":[
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"Brothers Ross and Bill Spence established Matua in 1973 and were the first to bottle Sauvignon Blanc in New Zealand. Today, the winery produces a range of varietals at varying price points.",
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"\u2014 Alison Napjus",
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"Zinfandel works as a stand-alone, 100-percent varietal wine and also lends itself to blending.",
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"\u2014 James Laube"
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],
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": of a varietal wine (see varietal entry 2 sense 1 )":[
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"varietal grapes",
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"varietal blends"
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]
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},
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
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"Guests can order flights to taste four different wines from around the state and learn more about varietal , terroir and the winemaker. \u2014 Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic , 21 June 2022",
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"An interview with Matthew Ostrander of Ibantik Craft Beverages, who explains single varietal ciders. \u2014 Stefene Russell, The Salt Lake Tribune , 27 May 2022",
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"Beautiful overall harmony, classic varietal purity and typicity and a wine of excellent structure. \u2014 Tom Hyland, Forbes , 25 Mar. 2022",
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"The perfect wine deserves a perfect glass, and that\u2019s what this extension of Riedel Winewings Series offers with their three varietal -specific stemless glassware for riesling, pinot noir and cabernet sauvignon. \u2014 Jillian Dara, Forbes , 10 Nov. 2021",
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"Enjoy five tasting stations and 10 wine varietal samples, plus live music and food and a branded souvenir glass to take home. \u2014 Sara Butler, San Diego Union-Tribune , 23 Mar. 2022",
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"This is a Barolo with notable charm as well as very good typicity and varietal character. \u2014 Tom Hyland, Forbes , 27 Oct. 2021",
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"The estate handpicked and sorted the grapes, with each varietal and vineyard block vinified separately, aging in oak for about 12 months. \u2014 Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report , 15 Nov. 2021",
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"Only then was the balance between each varietal conceived and married, and once again returned to barriques for another six months before aging for a further year once bottled, producing silky smooth tannins and a long finish. \u2014 Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report , 15 Nov. 2021"
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],
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"first_known_use":{
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"1866, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Adjective",
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"1941, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Noun"
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"variety + -al entry 1":"Adjective"
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"v\u0259-\u02c8r\u012b-\u0259-t\u1d4al"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-083510",
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"type":[
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"adjective",
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"noun"
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]
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},
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"varietal wine":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
|
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": a wine (such as merlot ) bearing the name of the principal grape from which it is produced":[]
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},
|
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Roussanne, a white Rh\u00f4ne variety, is an important grape for Rh\u00f4ne-expert Tablas Creek\u2014as a varietal wine and in their lovely blends. \u2014 Sara L. Schneider, Robb Report , 27 Sep. 2021",
|
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"Any red wine that\u2019s not a varietal wine \u2014 that is, composed of a single grape variety, like Pinot Noir or Sangiovese \u2014 is a red blend. \u2014 Esther Mobley, San Francisco Chronicle , 24 Sep. 2021",
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"As a varietal wine , petite sirahs are conventionally dark and tannic, even if not particularly alcoholic, and rarely interesting to me. \u2014 New York Times , 19 Aug. 2021",
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"Rooms feature artisan pantries stocked with varietal wine and craft beer. \u2014 Kara Franker, Southern Living , 10 July 2020",
|
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"Broadbent Sercial Madeira 10-Year-Old, NV, Portugal Named for Portugal\u2019s native sercial grape, this driest of Madeira styles is brighter and crisper than the other three Madeira varietal wines . \u2014 Dallas News , 15 May 2020",
|
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"Crown Point Vineyard Known for Bordeaux varietal wines , this Happy Canyon AVA producer plans a series of virtual tastings launching next week with winemaker Simon Faury. \u2014 Matt Bean, Sunset Magazine , 25 Mar. 2020",
|
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"With the help of a lead sommelier, the winery creates about 700,000 cases of blends and single varietal wines per year, according to the company website. \u2014 Tirion Morris, azcentral , 3 Jan. 2020",
|
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"In skilled hands, frappato can be made as a single varietal wine that tastes like summer sunshine. \u2014 BostonGlobe.com , 24 Sep. 2019"
|
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],
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1950, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"history_and_etymology":{},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-083407",
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"varietas":{
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": variety":[]
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},
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Latin varietat-, varietas":""
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"v\u0259\u02c8r\u012b\u0259\u02cctas"
|
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],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-104940",
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"varietist":{
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": one who varies from the norm (as in aptitudes, desires, or appetites)":[]
|
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},
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"variety + -ist":""
|
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},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"v\u0259\u02c8r\u012b\u0259t\u0259\u0307st"
|
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],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-110202",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variety":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a number or collection of different things especially of a particular class : assortment":[],
|
|
": any of various groups of plants or animals ranking below a species : subspecies":[],
|
|
": something differing from others of the same general kind : sort":[],
|
|
": the quality or state of having different forms or types : multifariousness":[],
|
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": variety show":[]
|
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},
|
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"examples":[
|
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"I was surprised by the variety of the choices that were available.",
|
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"My life needs more variety .",
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
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"Disability Rights Connecticut found that Whiting staff operate with an over-reliance on restraining patients and recommended more individualized care than standard hospital-wide practices for patients with a wide variety of needs. \u2014 Taylor Hartz, Hartford Courant , 30 June 2022",
|
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"Dish is not alone in supporting mobile use of the 12 GHz band\u2014a coalition created to lobby on the issue includes Dish along with a variety of telecoms, tech companies, industry lobby groups, and consumer advocacy groups. \u2014 Jon Brodkin, Ars Technica , 29 June 2022",
|
|
"Legal experts have suggested that Trump could be charged with a variety of federal crimes, including seditious conspiracy, conspiracy to defraud the United States, obstructing an official proceeding, and inciting an insurrection. \u2014 Martin Finucane, BostonGlobe.com , 29 June 2022",
|
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"The folio flap can be partially opened to serve as a kickstand with a variety of viewing angles. \u2014 Mike Richard, Men's Health , 29 June 2022",
|
|
"Thousands of pieces of candy are draped with chocolate as assembly lines roll, with a variety of quality-control measures in place. \u2014 Marc Bona, cleveland , 28 June 2022",
|
|
"At Manow Thai, this popular dish can be ordered with a variety of protein options and can be prepared to meet various dietary requirements. \u2014 Allana Haynes, Baltimore Sun , 28 June 2022",
|
|
"Given that Spider-Man resonates with a variety of age groups, the incorporation of such thorough digital elements will allow visitors to cater their experiences to their individual interests. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 28 June 2022",
|
|
"Fox and deer live on the property, along with a wide variety of plants, insects and animals. \u2014 John Tuohy, The Indianapolis Star , 27 June 2022"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"borrowed from Middle French or Latin; Middle French variet\u00e9 , borrowed from Latin variet\u0101t-, variet\u0101s , from varius \"having contrasting colors, various entry 1 \" + -et\u0101t- -et\u0101s , variant of -it\u0101s -ity":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"v\u0259-\u02c8r\u012b-\u0259-t\u0113",
|
|
"v\u0259-\u02c8r\u012b-\u0259t-\u0113"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[
|
|
"assortment",
|
|
"diverseness",
|
|
"diversity",
|
|
"heterogeneity",
|
|
"heterogeneousness",
|
|
"manifoldness",
|
|
"miscellaneousness",
|
|
"multifariousness",
|
|
"multiplicity",
|
|
"variousness"
|
|
],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-215334",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variety is the spice of life":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-125112",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"idiom"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variolitic":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": of, relating to, or resembling variolite":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1808, in the meaning defined above":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"International Scientific Vocabulary variolite + -ic":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-112300",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variolitization":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": conversion into variolite : production of variolitic structure":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1890, in the meaning defined above":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"variolite + -ization":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-092103",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variometer":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": an aeronautical instrument for indicating rate of climb":[],
|
|
": an instrument for measuring magnetic declination":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"circa 1889, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"borrowed from German Variometer , from vario- vario- + -meter -meter":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u02c8\u00e4-m\u0259-t\u0259r"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-043517",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variorum":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": an edition containing variant readings of the text":[],
|
|
": an edition or text with notes by different persons":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1728, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Noun",
|
|
"circa 1763, in the meaning defined above":"Adjective"
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"borrowed from Latin vari\u014drum \"of various persons,\" (genitive plural masculine of varius various entry 1 ) in the New Latin phrase cum not\u012bs vari\u014drum \"with the notes of various persons\"":"Noun"
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u02c8\u022fr-\u0259m"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-220729",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective",
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"various":{
|
|
"antonyms":[
|
|
"colorless"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": an indefinite number of separate individuals greater than one":[
|
|
"have read various of her essays"
|
|
],
|
|
": dissimilar in nature or form : unlike":[],
|
|
": having a number of different aspects or characteristics":[
|
|
"a various place"
|
|
],
|
|
": individual , separate":[
|
|
"rate increases granted in the various states"
|
|
],
|
|
": of an indefinite number greater than one":[
|
|
"stop at various towns"
|
|
],
|
|
": of differing kinds : multifarious":[],
|
|
": variable , inconstant":[],
|
|
": varicolored":[
|
|
"birds of various plumage"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[
|
|
"Adjective",
|
|
"He has lived in places as various as New York and Beijing.",
|
|
"for their various and bizarrely shaped plumage, males of the bird of paradise species have few rivals",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
|
|
"Household names from Amazon to Starbucks have confronted organizing activity in various locations as employees seek to leverage a tight labor market to push for better working conditions and pay. \u2014 Catherine Thorbecke, CNN , 15 June 2022",
|
|
"Keene will have a multi-room exhibit including artworks from various collections and new works from the artist as well. \u2014 Jem Aswad, Variety , 14 June 2022",
|
|
"Printed copies are also available in various locations around Lebanon or by request. \u2014 Hartford Courant , 10 June 2022",
|
|
"Astoria Pride hosts Pride Parade on the Riverwalk, plus trivia, brunch and tons of performances continuing at various times Thursday-Sunday, June 9-12. \u2014 oregonlive , 10 June 2022",
|
|
"Their tops come in three shades\u2014light, medium and dark\u2014and various sizes. \u2014 Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune , 9 June 2022",
|
|
"Officials have associated the tailgating with loitering, drinking, smoking, gun-carrying and various disturbances. \u2014 Elliot Hughes, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 23 May 2022",
|
|
"Peterson has worked at Southwest Gas for more than 26 years in various leadership roles. \u2014 Sheryl Estrada, Fortune , 3 June 2022",
|
|
"Emhoff posed with an excess of Mulberry bags from the brand's Softie collection in various locations throughout the city. \u2014 Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY , 2 June 2022"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 6":"Adjective",
|
|
"1877, in the meaning defined above":"Pronoun, plural in construction"
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"Middle English, from Latin varius \"having contrasting colors, of different kinds, changeable\" (of uncertain origin) + Middle English -ous, -os -ous":"Adjective"
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259s"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for various Adjective different , diverse , divergent , disparate , various mean unlike in kind or character. different may imply little more than separateness but it may also imply contrast or contrariness. different foods diverse implies both distinctness and marked contrast. such diverse interests as dancing and football divergent implies movement away from each other and unlikelihood of ultimate meeting or reconciliation. went on to pursue divergent careers disparate emphasizes incongruity or incompatibility. disparate notions of freedom various stresses the number of sorts or kinds. tried various methods",
|
|
"synonyms":[
|
|
"chromatic",
|
|
"colored",
|
|
"colorful",
|
|
"kaleidoscopic",
|
|
"motley",
|
|
"multicolored",
|
|
"multihued",
|
|
"polychromatic",
|
|
"polychrome",
|
|
"prismatic",
|
|
"rainbow",
|
|
"varicolored",
|
|
"varied",
|
|
"variegated"
|
|
],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-054947",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective",
|
|
"noun",
|
|
"pronoun, plural in construction"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variously":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": by various designations":[
|
|
"known variously as principal, headmaster, and rector"
|
|
],
|
|
": in various ways : at various times":[
|
|
"was variously occupied teaching, farming, and clerking"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[
|
|
"He has been variously described as a hero and a villain.",
|
|
"The term is spelled variously in different places.",
|
|
"The concept of freedom has been variously understood by different people.",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"It has been variously described as post-apocalyptic science fiction, a feminist cultural critique, an early eco-novel and a defense of animal rights. \u2014 Martin Riker, WSJ , 3 June 2022",
|
|
"This slim book on the legacies of colonialism has been described variously as a jeremiad and a mock travel guide. \u2014 Bo Seo, The Atlantic , 1 June 2022",
|
|
"Rumors swirled that the federation sidelined Cruz to prevent him from defecting, while official statements variously described the decision as tactical, strategic or disciplinary. \u2014 New York Times , 30 May 2022",
|
|
"The Soundsuits seem to be in motion, creating visual vortexes, variously spinning and rising or falling, conveying differing weights and textures of the figures\u2019 pelts and exaggerating the movements of the wearer. \u2014 New York Times , 16 May 2022",
|
|
"Oriol was an early associate of the crew, and variously served as Cypress Hill\u2019s photographer, videographer, and tour manager for much of their three-decade run. \u2014 Andrew Barker, Variety , 23 Apr. 2022",
|
|
"New York designer Steven Gambrel, for example, has variously sheathed rooms in schemes of chocolate, olive and smoke\u2014tempered palettes his clients often request. \u2014 Kathryn O\u2019shea-evans, WSJ , 5 May 2022",
|
|
"His father, variously identified as a teacher, journalist and poet, was purged during the Stalin era and sent to the Soviet gulag. \u2014 Washington Post , 4 May 2022",
|
|
"Over the years, fans, contestants, and critics have brawled, variously , over accusations of shadiness by producers, bullying by fans, and misconduct by competitors. \u2014 Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic , 20 Apr. 2022"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1627, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259s-l\u0113"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-075944",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adverb"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"variousness":{
|
|
"antonyms":[
|
|
"colorless"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": an indefinite number of separate individuals greater than one":[
|
|
"have read various of her essays"
|
|
],
|
|
": dissimilar in nature or form : unlike":[],
|
|
": having a number of different aspects or characteristics":[
|
|
"a various place"
|
|
],
|
|
": individual , separate":[
|
|
"rate increases granted in the various states"
|
|
],
|
|
": of an indefinite number greater than one":[
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"stop at various towns"
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],
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": of differing kinds : multifarious":[],
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": variable , inconstant":[],
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": varicolored":[
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"birds of various plumage"
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]
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},
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"examples":[
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"Adjective",
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"He has lived in places as various as New York and Beijing.",
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"for their various and bizarrely shaped plumage, males of the bird of paradise species have few rivals",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
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"Household names from Amazon to Starbucks have confronted organizing activity in various locations as employees seek to leverage a tight labor market to push for better working conditions and pay. \u2014 Catherine Thorbecke, CNN , 15 June 2022",
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"Keene will have a multi-room exhibit including artworks from various collections and new works from the artist as well. \u2014 Jem Aswad, Variety , 14 June 2022",
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"Printed copies are also available in various locations around Lebanon or by request. \u2014 Hartford Courant , 10 June 2022",
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"Astoria Pride hosts Pride Parade on the Riverwalk, plus trivia, brunch and tons of performances continuing at various times Thursday-Sunday, June 9-12. \u2014 oregonlive , 10 June 2022",
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"Their tops come in three shades\u2014light, medium and dark\u2014and various sizes. \u2014 Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune , 9 June 2022",
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"Officials have associated the tailgating with loitering, drinking, smoking, gun-carrying and various disturbances. \u2014 Elliot Hughes, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 23 May 2022",
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"Peterson has worked at Southwest Gas for more than 26 years in various leadership roles. \u2014 Sheryl Estrada, Fortune , 3 June 2022",
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"Emhoff posed with an excess of Mulberry bags from the brand's Softie collection in various locations throughout the city. \u2014 Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY , 2 June 2022"
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],
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"first_known_use":{
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"15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 6":"Adjective",
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"1877, in the meaning defined above":"Pronoun, plural in construction"
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English, from Latin varius \"having contrasting colors, of different kinds, changeable\" (of uncertain origin) + Middle English -ous, -os -ous":"Adjective"
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259s"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for various Adjective different , diverse , divergent , disparate , various mean unlike in kind or character. different may imply little more than separateness but it may also imply contrast or contrariness. different foods diverse implies both distinctness and marked contrast. such diverse interests as dancing and football divergent implies movement away from each other and unlikelihood of ultimate meeting or reconciliation. went on to pursue divergent careers disparate emphasizes incongruity or incompatibility. disparate notions of freedom various stresses the number of sorts or kinds. tried various methods",
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"synonyms":[
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"chromatic",
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"colored",
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"colorful",
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"kaleidoscopic",
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"motley",
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"multicolored",
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"multihued",
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"polychromatic",
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"polychrome",
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"prismatic",
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"rainbow",
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"varicolored",
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"varied",
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"variegated"
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],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-114301",
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"type":[
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"adjective",
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"noun",
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"pronoun, plural in construction"
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]
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},
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"variscite":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
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": a bluish to greenish gem mineral sometimes confused with or substituted for turquoise":[
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"\u2014 see amatrice"
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]
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},
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"German variscit , from Medieval Latin Variscia , ancient name of the Vogtland district, Saxony, Germany + German -it -ite":""
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8var\u0259\u02ccs\u012bt"
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],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-000657",
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"variscite green":{
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a light green that is yellower and less strong than average mint green and yellower and paler than serpentine":[]
|
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},
|
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{},
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"history_and_etymology":{},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-184515",
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
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]
|
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},
|
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"varisized":{
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": of various sizes":[]
|
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},
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1936, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"vari- + sized":""
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-i-\u02ccs\u012bzd"
|
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],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-131428",
|
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"type":[
|
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"adjective"
|
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]
|
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},
|
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"varlet":{
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a base unprincipled person : knave":[],
|
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": a knight's page":[],
|
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": attendant , menial":[]
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},
|
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"examples":[
|
|
"challenged the dastardly varlet to a duel"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
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"15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"Middle English vadlet, valet, varlet \"male servant, groom, knight's attendant,\" \u2014 more at valet entry 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8v\u00e4r-l\u0259t"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"synonyms":[
|
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"baddie",
|
|
"baddy",
|
|
"beast",
|
|
"brute",
|
|
"caitiff",
|
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"devil",
|
|
"evildoer",
|
|
"fiend",
|
|
"heavy",
|
|
"hound",
|
|
"knave",
|
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"meanie",
|
|
"meany",
|
|
"miscreant",
|
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"monster",
|
|
"nazi",
|
|
"no-good",
|
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"rapscallion",
|
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"rascal",
|
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"reprobate",
|
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"rogue",
|
|
"savage",
|
|
"scalawag",
|
|
"scallywag",
|
|
"scamp",
|
|
"scapegrace",
|
|
"scoundrel",
|
|
"villain",
|
|
"wretch"
|
|
],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-005813",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varmint":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{},
|
|
"examples":[
|
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"rats, mice, and other varmints",
|
|
"The sheriff in the movie gets revenge on the dirty varmint who killed his brother.",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"The boa uses its muscles to move its prey down the length of its body to the stomach, where the unlucky varmint is digested over the next four to six days. \u2014 Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica , 24 Mar. 2022",
|
|
"The plot is a boilerplate revenge saga, with Love (Jonathan Majors, a true movie star) hunting the hide of the varmint Buck (Idris Elba), who killed his ma and pa, but the exhilaration is all in Samuel\u2019s neo-exploitation execution. \u2014 Charles Bramesco, Vulture , 24 Nov. 2021",
|
|
"Lots of sunshine and clear blue skies are once again enveloping the Pharmalot campus, where the official mascot is sniffing about in search of varmint . \u2014 Ed Silverman, STAT , 5 Sep. 2021",
|
|
"Despite the rain, there was a festive feel to the distribution, thanks in large part to the presence of a large, soggy, green-eyed varmint . \u2014 Tom Orsborn, San Antonio Express-News , 16 Apr. 2021",
|
|
"Or take turns spotting with your buddy for some competitive plinking or varmint control. \u2014 The Editors, Outdoor Life , 11 Nov. 2020",
|
|
"That\u2019s why the line includes a wide range of ammunition for plinkers, target and competition shooters, and small-game and varmint hunters. \u2014 Field & Stream , 2 Oct. 2020",
|
|
"Remington fitted its rifles with a 1:12 twist, which was ideal for lighter varmint bullets. \u2014 Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life , 21 Aug. 2020",
|
|
"The R-15 Predator was built with the varmint hunter in mind. \u2014 John Haughey, Outdoor Life , 10 Apr. 2019"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"circa 1539, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"variant of vermin (with regular late Middle English opening of tautosyllabic er to ar and parasitic t )":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8v\u00e4r-m\u0259nt"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[
|
|
"bastard",
|
|
"beast",
|
|
"bleeder",
|
|
"blighter",
|
|
"boor",
|
|
"bounder",
|
|
"bugger",
|
|
"buzzard",
|
|
"cad",
|
|
"chuff",
|
|
"churl",
|
|
"clown",
|
|
"creep",
|
|
"cretin",
|
|
"crud",
|
|
"crumb",
|
|
"cur",
|
|
"dirtbag",
|
|
"dog",
|
|
"fink",
|
|
"heel",
|
|
"hound",
|
|
"jerk",
|
|
"joker",
|
|
"louse",
|
|
"lout",
|
|
"pill",
|
|
"rat",
|
|
"rat fink",
|
|
"reptile",
|
|
"rotter",
|
|
"schmuck",
|
|
"scum",
|
|
"scumbag",
|
|
"scuzzball",
|
|
"skunk",
|
|
"sleaze",
|
|
"sleazebag",
|
|
"sleazeball",
|
|
"slime",
|
|
"slimeball",
|
|
"slob",
|
|
"snake",
|
|
"so-and-so",
|
|
"sod",
|
|
"stinkard",
|
|
"stinker",
|
|
"swine",
|
|
"toad",
|
|
"vermin"
|
|
],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-104950",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varnish gum":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a natural or synthetic resin used in making varnish":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-120524",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varnish tree":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1758, in the meaning defined above":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-085636",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varnished willow":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": crack willow sense 1":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-122235",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varnishing day":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a day before the opening of an exhibition of paintings reserved for the painters to varnish or put on finishing touches":[],
|
|
": the opening day of an art exhibition":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"varnishing (gerund of varnish entry 2 ) + day":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-120057",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"vartabed":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a member of an order of celibate preachers in the Armenian clergy corresponding to the archimandrite in the Greek church":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"Armenian vartabed , literally, teacher":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u00a6v\u00e4rt\u00e4\u00a6bed"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-111526",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varulite":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a mineral (Na,Ca)(Mn,Fe) 2 (PO 4 ) 2 consisting of manganese, sodium, and calcium with minor amounts of iron, isomorphous with h\u00fchnerkobelite, and isostructural with triphylite and lithiophilite":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"Swedish varulit , from Varu tr\u00e4sk, locality in northern Sweden + Swedish -lit -lite":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8v\u00e4r\u0259\u02ccl\u012bt"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-213333",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varus":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": of, relating to, or being a deformity in which an anatomical part is turned inward toward the midline of the body to an abnormal degree":[
|
|
"a varus heel"
|
|
],
|
|
": valgus sense 1":[
|
|
"\u2014 used of the knee"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1945, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"borrowed from Latin v\u0101rus \"bent outwards with converging extremities, bow-legged,\" of uncertain origin":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8ver-\u0259s",
|
|
"\u02c8var-\u0259s, \u02c8ver-"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-163153",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective",
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varve":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a pair of layers of alternately finer and coarser silt or clay believed to comprise an annual cycle of deposition in a body of still water":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1912, in the meaning defined above":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"borrowed from Swedish varv \"turn, round, layer,\" going back to Germanic *hwarban-, hwarb- \"turn, circle,\" whence Old Norse hvarf \"circle, ring, enclosed space,\" Old English hwearf \"turn, exchange, crowd, embankment\" \u2014 more at wharf":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8v\u00e4rv"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-175342",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"adjective",
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"varvel":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":[
|
|
"Definition of varvel variant spelling of vervel"
|
|
],
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":[],
|
|
"history_and_etymology":[],
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220630-144224",
|
|
"type":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"varvity":{
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": stratification in varves":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[],
|
|
"first_known_use":{},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"varve + -ity":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8v\u00e4rv\u0259t\u0113"
|
|
],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
|
"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-091418",
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"vary":{
|
|
"antonyms":[
|
|
"compare",
|
|
"match"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": deviate , depart":[],
|
|
": to exhibit divergence in structural or physiological characters from the typical form":[],
|
|
": to exhibit or undergo change":[
|
|
"the sky was constantly varying"
|
|
],
|
|
": to make a partial change in : make different in some attribute or characteristic":[],
|
|
": to make differences between items in : diversify":[],
|
|
": to take on successive values":[
|
|
"y varies inversely with x"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"examples":[
|
|
"The terrain varies as you climb higher.",
|
|
"The cost of a room at the hotel varies with the season.",
|
|
"Their services vary depending on the customer.",
|
|
"They've tried to improve their procedures, with varying degrees of success.",
|
|
"The diamonds vary in size.",
|
|
"Colors vary from light to dark.",
|
|
"I try to vary my diet by eating different kinds of foods.",
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"Each case of endometriosis can vary from woman to woman; the same goes for the severity of symptoms and their impact on her fertility. \u2014 Jennifer \"jay\" Palumbo, Forbes , 28 June 2022",
|
|
"Fees for using chargers can vary from monthly or yearly flat rates to per-kilowatt to hourly rates. \u2014 Ron Wood, Arkansas Online , 27 June 2022",
|
|
"Laws on this sticky subject vary from state to state. \u2014 Kim Komando, USA TODAY , 23 June 2022",
|
|
"Those restrictions vary from county to county and city to city. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 23 June 2022",
|
|
"Beyond that, the specifics of human involvement are likely to vary widely from company to company, including whether a human driver will pilot vehicles in places like city streets. \u2014 Christopher Mims, WSJ , 18 June 2022",
|
|
"The roots of the problems will vary from club to club. \u2014 New York Times , 17 June 2022",
|
|
"Ice cream machines vary in size from small personal bowls to large compressor-style machines. \u2014 Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping , 16 June 2022",
|
|
"Conditions vary from ship to ship, and from sailing to sailing. \u2014 Jeremy Hsieh, Anchorage Daily News , 9 June 2022"
|
|
],
|
|
"first_known_use":{
|
|
"14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1":""
|
|
},
|
|
"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"Middle English varien , borrowed from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French varier , borrowed from Latin vari\u0101re \"to mark with contrasting colors, give variety to, make changeable,\" derivative of varius \"having contrasting colors, of different kinds, changeable,\" of uncertain origin":""
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113, \u02c8var-\u0113",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for vary change , alter , vary , modify mean to make or become different. change implies making either an essential difference often amounting to a loss of original identity or a substitution of one thing for another. changed the shirt for a larger size alter implies a difference in some particular respect without suggesting loss of identity. slightly altered the original design vary stresses a breaking away from sameness, duplication, or exact repetition. vary your daily routine modify suggests a difference that limits, restricts, or adapts to a new purpose. modified the building for use by the disabled",
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"synonyms":[
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"contrast",
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"differ"
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-022316",
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"type":[
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"adverb",
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"intransitive verb",
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"verb"
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]
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},
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"varying":{
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"antonyms":[
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"compare",
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"match"
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": deviate , depart":[],
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": to exhibit divergence in structural or physiological characters from the typical form":[],
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": to exhibit or undergo change":[
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"the sky was constantly varying"
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],
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": to make a partial change in : make different in some attribute or characteristic":[],
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": to make differences between items in : diversify":[],
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": to take on successive values":[
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"y varies inversely with x"
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]
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},
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"examples":[
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"The terrain varies as you climb higher.",
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"The cost of a room at the hotel varies with the season.",
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"Their services vary depending on the customer.",
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"They've tried to improve their procedures, with varying degrees of success.",
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"The diamonds vary in size.",
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"Colors vary from light to dark.",
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"I try to vary my diet by eating different kinds of foods.",
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Each case of endometriosis can vary from woman to woman; the same goes for the severity of symptoms and their impact on her fertility. \u2014 Jennifer \"jay\" Palumbo, Forbes , 28 June 2022",
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"Fees for using chargers can vary from monthly or yearly flat rates to per-kilowatt to hourly rates. \u2014 Ron Wood, Arkansas Online , 27 June 2022",
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"Laws on this sticky subject vary from state to state. \u2014 Kim Komando, USA TODAY , 23 June 2022",
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"Those restrictions vary from county to county and city to city. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 23 June 2022",
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"Beyond that, the specifics of human involvement are likely to vary widely from company to company, including whether a human driver will pilot vehicles in places like city streets. \u2014 Christopher Mims, WSJ , 18 June 2022",
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"The roots of the problems will vary from club to club. \u2014 New York Times , 17 June 2022",
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"Ice cream machines vary in size from small personal bowls to large compressor-style machines. \u2014 Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping , 16 June 2022",
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"Conditions vary from ship to ship, and from sailing to sailing. \u2014 Jeremy Hsieh, Anchorage Daily News , 9 June 2022"
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"first_known_use":{
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1":""
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English varien , borrowed from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French varier , borrowed from Latin vari\u0101re \"to mark with contrasting colors, give variety to, make changeable,\" derivative of varius \"having contrasting colors, of different kinds, changeable,\" of uncertain origin":""
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113, \u02c8var-\u0113",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for vary change , alter , vary , modify mean to make or become different. change implies making either an essential difference often amounting to a loss of original identity or a substitution of one thing for another. changed the shirt for a larger size alter implies a difference in some particular respect without suggesting loss of identity. slightly altered the original design vary stresses a breaking away from sameness, duplication, or exact repetition. vary your daily routine modify suggests a difference that limits, restricts, or adapts to a new purpose. modified the building for use by the disabled",
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"synonyms":[
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"contrast",
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"differ"
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],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220706-205535",
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"type":[
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"adverb",
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"intransitive verb",
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"verb"
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]
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},
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"varying hare":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
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": snowshoe hare":[]
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},
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"The varying hare population has been high the past three years and is beginning to down-cycle. \u2014 John Schandelmeier, Anchorage Daily News , 14 Nov. 2020",
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"The ptarmigan, varying hares and the dog mushers may be the only ones who are celebrating this season's extension of winter. \u2014 John Schandelmeier, Anchorage Daily News , 10 Apr. 2018"
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],
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"first_known_use":{
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"1781, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-021829",
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"type":[
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"noun"
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]
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},
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"varying lemming":{
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"antonyms":[],
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"definitions":{
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": an arctic lemming especially of the genus Dicrostonyx in which the pelage is more or less completely white in winter":[]
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},
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{},
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"synonyms":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220707-094311",
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
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]
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},
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"variable-speed gear":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": change gear":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-144529"
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},
|
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"variety store":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a retail store that carries a wide variety of merchandise especially of low unit value":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"His father had several farms and owned various businesses, including a variety store that sold barbecue on the side, none of them being particularly successful. \u2014 Beth Segal, cleveland , 6 Aug. 2021",
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"The only son of parents who ran their own variety store and part-time smokehouse, Scott now is the face of his own barbecue business, which already has two locations and is aiming to open a third in Atlanta. \u2014 Tim Carman, Washington Post , 31 Aug. 2020",
|
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"The variety store chain is one of several major retailers experiencing a surge in business during the coronavirus pandemic thanks to consumers spending more on home essentials. \u2014 Chauncey Alcorn, CNN , 5 June 2020",
|
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"As nervous shoppers strip grocery and variety store shelves of tissue, Georgia-Pacific\u2019s Naheola mill is working to churn it out. \u2014 William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al , 13 Mar. 2020",
|
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"The development had a nondenominational church, the Towne Theater, a barbershop, grocery store and variety store . \u2014 Dawn Mitchell, Indianapolis Star , 26 July 2019",
|
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"Moon fever took a commercial turn, as brands from Woolworth variety stores to TWA created advertisements congratulating the astronauts. \u2014 Peter Hartlaub, SFChronicle.com , 18 July 2019",
|
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"The vendor spaces where the Dunkin\u2019 and the variety store are located were built into the new station as part of the overall renovations, with the goal of generating non-fare revenue. \u2014 Steve Annear, BostonGlobe.com , 20 June 2019",
|
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"For Saks, a unit of Hudson\u2019s Bay (hbc), this is no garden variety store remodel: the flagship is believed to generate some $700 million in a sales, and beauty typically generates 12% of a high-end department store\u2019s sales. \u2014 Phil Wahba, Fortune , 21 May 2018"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1768, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-151218"
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},
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"variegation":{
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{},
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02ccver-i-\u02c8g\u0101-",
|
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"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u0259-\u02c8g\u0101-sh\u0259n"
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Scindapsus, also known as silver pothos, has heart-shape green leaves with silvery, sage green variegation . \u2014 Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens , 9 Feb. 2022",
|
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"The foreground plant is still solid with variegation . \u2014 Neil Sperry, San Antonio Express-News , 22 Oct. 2021",
|
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"What is causing the variegation in my liriope to change to all-green leaves",
|
|
"Foliage colors include shades of green, orange and red, sometimes in solid hues or, more likely, in a range of variegation where the leaf center, for example, might contrast dramatically with its margins. \u2014 Adrian Higgins, Washington Post , 20 May 2021",
|
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"There are many varieties of hebes with a range of foliages, including variegation . \u2014 oregonlive , 2 Mar. 2021",
|
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"The variegation of each individual leaf is dramatically different and adds to its appeal. \u2014 Marianne Willburn, Better Homes & Gardens , 20 Oct. 2020",
|
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"The Monstera albo, with its delicate fenestrations, climb-seeking stalk and striking variegation \u2014 diverse and beautiful with each new unfurling leaf \u2014 has recently become a top choice among hobbyists. \u2014 Jennifer Bolton, Houston Chronicle , 13 Oct. 2020",
|
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"The pink splotches, called variegation , come from a genetic mutation. \u2014 Arielle Pardes, Wired , 19 Feb. 2020"
|
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],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"varieg(ate) + -ation":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1646, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-151501"
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},
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"varnish":{
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"type":[
|
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"adjective",
|
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"noun",
|
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"transitive verb",
|
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"verb"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a liquid preparation that when applied to a surface dries to form a hard lustrous typically transparent coating":[],
|
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": the covering or glaze given by the application of varnish":[],
|
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": something that suggests varnish by its gloss":[],
|
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": a coating (as of deposits in an internal combustion engine) comparable to varnish":[],
|
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": outside show : gloss entry 1":[],
|
|
": a liquid nail polish":[],
|
|
": to apply varnish to":[],
|
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": to cover or conceal (something, such as something unpleasant) with something that gives an attractive appearance : gloss entry 2":[],
|
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": adorn , embellish":[]
|
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},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8v\u00e4r-nish"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[
|
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"Noun",
|
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"She accidentally scratched the varnish .",
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
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"The other varnish was added after the painting was stolen. \u2014 Anne Ryman, The Arizona Republic , 7 June 2022",
|
|
"The fiddle is etched with flowers and vines, inlaid with 500 ivory diamonds and finished with a golden varnish , according to the auction house. \u2014 Rachel Cormack, Robb Report , 7 June 2022",
|
|
"Engraved with ivory diamonds and finished with a golden varnish , the violin has a price estimate of 6-9 million pounds ($7.54-11.31 million). \u2014 Reuters, CNN , 7 June 2022",
|
|
"Old varnish needed to be stripped away; misguided restorers seeking to improve the masterwork a century earlier had painted over many icons. \u2014 Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine , 5 May 2022",
|
|
"Plus, all of the materials have been coated with weather-proofing varnish to protect it from getting moldy, faded, or rotten. \u2014 Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens , 1 Apr. 2022",
|
|
"Chabrel says the signature racket includes a glossy paint varnish , a high-end paint commonly seen on the tour, but not typically at retail. \u2014 Tim Newcomb, Forbes , 18 Mar. 2022",
|
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"Dental sealants and fluoride varnish are a safe and painless way to help prevent cavities. \u2014 Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune , 13 Feb. 2022",
|
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"Religious practice is simultaneously at the heart of this book and a surface phenomenon: in the West, a pious varnish on imperialist prejudices, or in the East, a state of false consciousness that blinds believers to their own subjugation. \u2014 Washington Post , 28 Jan. 2022",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
|
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"Adding this same paint varnish on the retail version ensures every detail is the same as Swiatek's. \u2014 Tim Newcomb, Forbes , 18 Mar. 2022",
|
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"As such, people could use it as a paint or varnish to protect things. \u2014 Joshua Hawkins, BGR , 9 Feb. 2022",
|
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"Football is an intoxicatingly popular product, with a lot of parties benefitting from the largesse, and more than happy to varnish the sport\u2019s reputation. \u2014 Jason Gay, WSJ , 14 Oct. 2021",
|
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"What Remains Behind\u2014directed by Laurent Bouzereau\u2014is a respectful, though not necessarily varnished , look at what made Wood one of the most dazzling actors of the last half of the 20th century. \u2014 Stephanie Zacharek, Time , 5 May 2020",
|
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"The kitchen is unusual in that its counters are not new marble or quartz, but varnished walnut, which matches the floor. \u2014 Judy Rose, Detroit Free Press , 22 Feb. 2020",
|
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"The playwright, who quickly has become famous, is himself an outspoken personality, a writer and walking fashion statement, a playwright thoroughly disinclined to varnish anything with the veneer of acceptability. \u2014 Chris Jones, chicagotribune.com , 13 Sep. 2019",
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"There\u2019s no time required for sanding, staining or varnishing . \u2014 Joesph Truini, Popular Mechanics , 8 Dec. 2019",
|
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"The backs of the boxes are varnished , but covered with grease, sauce and cheese underneath. \u2014 Taylor Hartz, chicagotribune.com , 6 Nov. 2019"
|
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],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Middle English vernyz, vernich, vernisch \"dissolved resin used as a decorative or protective coating,\" borrowed from Anglo-French vernis (continental Old French verniz ), borrowed from Medieval Latin veronix, vernix \"resin,\" earlier \"amber,\" restructured from Middle Greek ber\u014dnik\u00f3n, beron\u00edk\u0113 \"yellow- or amber-colored glass, amber,\" probably going back to Greek beren\u00edkion \"natron, reddish- or yellowish-hued natron (used in making glass),\" of uncertain origin":"Noun",
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"Middle English vernysshen , borrowed from Middle French vernicier and Medieval Latin verniz\u0101re , both derivative of Old French verniz varnish entry 1":"Verb"
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},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":"Noun",
|
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Verb"
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-160912"
|
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},
|
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"variable time fuze":{
|
|
"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
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": proximity fuze":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-163055"
|
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},
|
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"variety show":{
|
|
"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
|
": a theatrical entertainment of successive separate performances (as of songs, dances, skits, and acrobatic feats)":[]
|
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"When an end-of-the-year variety show with sketches, songs, and dance routines was put on in the village hall, the other kids brought their parents and families along. \u2014 Harper\u2019s Magazine , 22 June 2022",
|
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"One evening in early 1976, while a group of off-duty guides lay around a living room in a marijuana-induced haze, someone came up with an idea to mount a musical variety show on the Universal backlot. \u2014 Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter , 17 June 2022",
|
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"Either way, Jin has been toying around with some ideas as to how to pass the time, including appearing on a variety show all on his own. \u2014 Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone , 14 June 2022",
|
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"The Academy Awards show is a television production, a variety show at best, and should be produced by people who know television. \u2014 Ed Stockly, Los Angeles Times , 6 May 2021",
|
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"On Saturday night's episode, the NBC variety show bid adieu to Kate McKinnon and Pete Davidson in subtle, but emotional ways. \u2014 Frank Pallotta, CNN , 22 May 2022",
|
|
"Dollar bills flew and tassels twirled Friday, March 11, 2022, as The French Connection burlesque and variety show took the stage at the White Rabbit. \u2014 Michelle Pemberton, The Indianapolis Star , 21 Apr. 2022",
|
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"When the Jackson family secured a Las Vegas residency and later a television variety show , Janet was quickly slotted in to sing, dance, and act alongside her famous brothers. \u2014 Essence , 29 Jan. 2022",
|
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"Three other 2 Days & 1 Night cast members picked up awards: Ravi won the Rookie Award in the variety show category, Yeon Jung-hoon won the Excellence Award for the same category, and show veteran Kim Jong-min won an Entertainer of the Year award. \u2014 Sara Merican, Forbes , 27 Dec. 2021"
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],
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1882, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-164407"
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},
|
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"variable spacer":{
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
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": a control on the left-hand platen knob of a typewriter that disengages the line space lever to allow writing at positions other than those normally turned up by the ratchet":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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|
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|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-165039"
|
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},
|
|
"variegating":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun",
|
|
"verb"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": to diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple":[],
|
|
": to enliven or give interest to by means of variety":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-i-\u02ccg\u0101t",
|
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259-\u02ccg\u0101t"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"Pesto Perpetuo\u2019 basil grabs attention right away thanks to its upright growth and variegated leaves. \u2014 Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens , 27 May 2020",
|
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"These wings are variegated and flecked with pigment, taking on the radiant transparency of monochrome stained glass. \u2014 Daisy Alioto, The New York Review of Books , 27 Mar. 2020",
|
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"There is an enormous variegated monstera with big white splotches, like the splatter on a painter\u2019s jeans. \u2014 Arielle Pardes, Wired , 19 Feb. 2020",
|
|
"Aureomarginata\u2019 with pink buds opening to white blooms, variegated leaves edged in gold, and a spreading habit maturing at 3 feet by 4 feet. \u2014 oregonlive , 30 Jan. 2020",
|
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"This is stained glass\u2014actually overlaid plates of variegated ... \u2014 Edward Rothstein, WSJ , 30 Dec. 2019",
|
|
"The men are variegated in their dress; the angels are uniformly clad and colored but individualized, especially in their posture and gestures. \u2014 Willard Spiegelman, WSJ , 17 Jan. 2020",
|
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"This variegated assemblage of letters might seem daunting to some, especially as they are not arranged in strict chronological order. \u2014 Stephen Mirarchi, National Review , 28 Dec. 2019",
|
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"Those are known as chimeras, and they will be variegated depending on where the new plant forms. \u2014 Neil Sperry, ExpressNews.com , 14 Nov. 2019"
|
|
],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"borrowed from Latin varieg\u0101tus , past participle of varieg\u0101are \"to diversify with different colors,\" from varius \"having contrasting colors, various entry 1 \" + -eg\u0101re , variant of -ig\u0101are , verb suffix based on -ig- , nominal derivative of agere \"to drive, do,\" as in r\u0113mig-, r\u0113mex \"oarsman,\" hence r\u0113mig\u0101re \"to row\" \u2014 more at agent":""
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1653, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
|
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-165750"
|
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},
|
|
"variety meat":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": an edible part (such as the liver or tongue) of a slaughter animal other than skeletal muscle":[]
|
|
},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
|
"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[
|
|
"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"Meanwhile, through February, pork and pork variety meat exports accounted for 31 percent of all U.S. production, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation. \u2014 Fox News , 24 June 2020",
|
|
"Cook ground pork patties and ground pork mixtures such as meat loaf to 160 \u00b0F, and all organ and variety meats (heart, kidney, and liver) to 160 \u00b0F. \u2014 Sasha Henriques, Woman's Day , 4 Sep. 2015",
|
|
"Exports of pork variety meats to China fell by 26% in the first half of 2018 from a year earlier, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation. \u2014 Benjamin Parkin, WSJ , 6 Sep. 2018",
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"Hispanic shoppers are almost three times as likely as the overall population to buy variety meats , according to market-research firm Nielsen. \u2014 Benjamin Parkin, WSJ , 6 Sep. 2018",
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"China is the third-largest market for American pigs and the biggest market for variety meats (pig feet, livers and hearts), which most Americans do not eat. \u2014 The Economist , 19 Apr. 2018",
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"As variety meats go, intestines are not at the top of my list. \u2014 Pete Wells, New York Times , 15 Mar. 2018"
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"1942, in the meaning defined above":""
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"variate":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": random variable":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"-\u0259t",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u02cc\u0101t"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"probably from vari(able) entry 2 + -ate entry 1":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1909, in the meaning defined above":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-180056"
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"variations":{
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"adjective",
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"adverb",
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"definitions":{
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": the act or process of varying : the state or fact of being varied":[],
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": an instance of varying":[],
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": the extent to which or the range in which a thing varies":[],
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": declination sense 6":[],
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": a change of algebraic sign between successive terms of a sequence":[],
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": a measure of the change in data, a variable , or a function":[],
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": the repetition of a musical theme with modifications in such elements as rhythm, melody, harmony, key, tempo, and accompaniment":[],
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": divergence in the structural or functional characteristics of an organism from the species or population norm or average":[],
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": something (such as an individual or group) that exhibits variation":[],
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": a solo dance in classic ballet":[],
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": a repetition in modern ballet of a movement sequence with changes":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u02c8\u0101-sh\u0259n",
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"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u02c8\u0101-sh\u0259n, \u02ccvar-"
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],
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"synonyms":[
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"interpretation",
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"riff",
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"take"
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"examples":[
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"the movie begins with a somewhat irreverent variation on the Nativity story",
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"the latest in a long line of variations in her hair color",
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Carre\u00f1o also said that connotations of risk words and sense of urgency can vary as a function of the variation of Spanish (for example, Mexican versus Puerto Rican). \u2014 Marshall Shepherd, Forbes , 13 May 2022",
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"Breed accounted for only about 9% of behavioral variation in individual dogs and no trait was unique to a single breed of dog, the study found. \u2014 Katie Shepherd, Anchorage Daily News , 30 Apr. 2022",
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"Commes des Gar\u00e7ons coach\u2019s jacket is my perfect variation on the theme. \u2014 Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times , 14 Apr. 2022",
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"One variation offers an unusual activity report and a solution link for recipients to restore their accounts. \u2014 Carrie Brandon Elliott, Forbes , 16 June 2022",
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"This variation hits your rear delts hard as well as working your traps. \u2014 Jeff Tomko, Men's Health , 15 June 2022",
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"Joker, released in 2019, took a very dark variation on the Batman villain. \u2014 Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone , 14 June 2022",
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"This easy variation highlights the aromatic flavor of soy sauce, garlic and ginger, a combination that seeps into bone-in, skin-on fish. \u2014 New York Times , 13 June 2022",
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"The ingredients happily accommodate variation : add some tarragon, leave out the garlic, swap the tuna for tinned salmon\u2014the correct answer is whatever happens to be on hand, though the better the fish, the better the results. \u2014 Helen Rosner, The New Yorker , 13 June 2022"
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"Middle English variacioun , borrowed from Anglo-French variacion \"variance, discrepancy,\" borrowed from Latin vari\u0101ti\u014dn-, vari\u0101ti\u014d \"diversification, divergence,\" from vari\u0101re \"to make changeable, vary \" + -ti\u014dn- -ti\u014d , suffix of deverbal nouns":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-183403"
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"Varsovian":{
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"type":[
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"definitions":{
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": a native or resident of Warsaw, Poland":[]
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"\u02ccv\u00e4r-\u02c8s\u014d-v\u0113-\u0259n"
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"borrowed from French varsovien , from Varsovie warsaw + -ien -ian":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1764, in the meaning defined above":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-200349"
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"varied thrush":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a thrush ( Ixoreus naevius ) of western North America similar in form and size to the robin but reddish or orange brown underneath and with a black mark on the breast":[]
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-203032"
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"variationist":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a composer of musical variations":[]
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-210150"
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"varsoviana":{
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"type":[
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a graceful dance similar to a mazurka and popular in many European countries, Mexico, and the U.S.":[],
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": music for the varsoviana characterized by a slow triple meter and a strong initial accent in every second measure":[]
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"probably from Spanish varsoviana , from feminine of varsoviano Varsovian, from (assumed) Medieval Latin varsovianus":""
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-214406"
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},
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"varicose vein":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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"definitions":{
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": a vein that is abnormally swollen or made larger or wider":[
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"He developed varicose veins on his legs in his old age."
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]
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-214437"
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"varied carpet beetle":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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"definitions":{
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": a mottled brown and white dermestid beetle ( Anthrenus verbasci ) that feeds as both larva and adult on dry organic matter (as wool, skin, or hair) and is often a household pest":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-221254"
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},
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"variable rate mortgage":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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"definitions":{
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": adjustable rate mortgage":[]
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Since the government rolls over much of its debt, selling short-term debt like 2-year bonds is like having a variable rate mortgage . \u2014 Washington Post , 18 Sep. 2019"
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|
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"1975, in the meaning defined above":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-232331"
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"variable oak leaf caterpillar":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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"definitions":{
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": a caterpillar that is the larva of a notodontid moth ( Heterocampa manteo ) and that feeds on many deciduous trees in the eastern U.S.":[]
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220708-234642"
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"varied bunting":{
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a bunting ( Passerina versicolor ) of eastern Mexico and southern Texas the male of which is handsomely colored with the plumage largely of shades of purple and red":[]
|
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},
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-001609"
|
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},
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"Varro":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"biographical name"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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"Marcus Terentius 116\u201327 b.c. Roman scholar":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-(\u02cc)\u014d",
|
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"\u02c8va-(\u02cc)r\u014d"
|
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],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-011910"
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},
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"variegate":{
|
|
"type":[
|
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"noun",
|
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"verb"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": to diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple":[],
|
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": to enliven or give interest to by means of variety":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-i-\u02ccg\u0101t",
|
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259-\u02ccg\u0101t"
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],
|
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|
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"examples":[
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
|
"Pesto Perpetuo\u2019 basil grabs attention right away thanks to its upright growth and variegated leaves. \u2014 Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens , 27 May 2020",
|
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"These wings are variegated and flecked with pigment, taking on the radiant transparency of monochrome stained glass. \u2014 Daisy Alioto, The New York Review of Books , 27 Mar. 2020",
|
|
"There is an enormous variegated monstera with big white splotches, like the splatter on a painter\u2019s jeans. \u2014 Arielle Pardes, Wired , 19 Feb. 2020",
|
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"Aureomarginata\u2019 with pink buds opening to white blooms, variegated leaves edged in gold, and a spreading habit maturing at 3 feet by 4 feet. \u2014 oregonlive , 30 Jan. 2020",
|
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"This is stained glass\u2014actually overlaid plates of variegated ... \u2014 Edward Rothstein, WSJ , 30 Dec. 2019",
|
|
"The men are variegated in their dress; the angels are uniformly clad and colored but individualized, especially in their posture and gestures. \u2014 Willard Spiegelman, WSJ , 17 Jan. 2020",
|
|
"This variegated assemblage of letters might seem daunting to some, especially as they are not arranged in strict chronological order. \u2014 Stephen Mirarchi, National Review , 28 Dec. 2019",
|
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"Those are known as chimeras, and they will be variegated depending on where the new plant forms. \u2014 Neil Sperry, ExpressNews.com , 14 Nov. 2019"
|
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],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
|
"borrowed from Latin varieg\u0101tus , past participle of varieg\u0101are \"to diversify with different colors,\" from varius \"having contrasting colors, various entry 1 \" + -eg\u0101re , variant of -ig\u0101are , verb suffix based on -ig- , nominal derivative of agere \"to drive, do,\" as in r\u0113mig-, r\u0113mex \"oarsman,\" hence r\u0113mig\u0101re \"to row\" \u2014 more at agent":""
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
|
"1653, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-035433"
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},
|
|
"variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease":{
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{
|
|
": a fatal prion disease that is held to be a variant of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease caused by the prion associated with bovine spongiform encephalopathy and contracted by consuming infected beef or beef products":[
|
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"\u2014 abbreviation vCJD"
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]
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},
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|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1996, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-051541"
|
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},
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"varicoseness":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
|
": the condition of being varicose":[]
|
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},
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-070135"
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},
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"variable toad":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": green toad":[]
|
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-075042"
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},
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"Variac":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"trademark"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{},
|
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|
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"\u02c8ver\u0113\u02ccak",
|
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"\u02c8va(a)r-"
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],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-080830"
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},
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"varsity":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
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],
|
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"definitions":{
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": the principal squad representing a university, college, school, or club especially in a sport":[],
|
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": regular sense 1c":[],
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": university":[]
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"-st\u0113",
|
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"\u02c8v\u00e4r-s\u0259-t\u0113"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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|
"In the championship game of the elite Blue Division, a coachless Newton North team faced defending champion La Salle (R.I.), which was helmed by Mike McParlin, its varsity coach. \u2014 Brendan Kurie, BostonGlobe.com , 27 June 2022",
|
|
"Cottrell was also a two-time all-state player in volleyball and collected 12 varsity letters including track. \u2014 Alex Harrison, The Enquirer , 24 June 2022",
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"Since the halls of Riverdale High are typically buzzing about Betty and Cheryl's fashion, steal their style by wearing character-appropriate wigs (blonde for Betty, red for Cheryl) and jackets (old-school varsity for Betty, red leather for Cheryl). \u2014 Cameron Jenkins, Good Housekeeping , 24 June 2022",
|
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"The club team became a varsity sport under the athletic department in 1974 as a result of Title IX. \u2014 Lila Bromberg, Hartford Courant , 23 June 2022",
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|
"The topic of diversity, equity and inclusion is again top of mind for Hinsdale High School District 86 community members after an allegation of racial bullying during a varsity baseball game in April surfaced in recent FOIA findings. \u2014 Chicago Tribune Staff, Chicago Tribune , 22 June 2022",
|
|
"Alabama added women\u2019s soccer as a varsity sport two years after Townsend graduated. \u2014 Joseph Goodman | Jgoodman@al.com, al , 22 June 2022",
|
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"But when report cards came out, 11 of the 26 varsity players had not made grades. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 22 June 2022",
|
|
"In football, Escobedo had 3,136 receiving yards and 58 touchdowns in 26 varsity games in his Miami career. \u2014 Richard Obert, The Arizona Republic , 20 June 2022"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"by shortening from university (with regular late Middle English opening of tautosyllabic er to ar )":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1646, in the meaning defined at sense 2":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-092759"
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},
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"varicosity":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": varix":[],
|
|
": the quality or state of being abnormally or markedly swollen or dilated":[]
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02ccvar-\u0259-\u02c8k\u00e4s-\u0259t-\u0113",
|
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"\u02ccver-\u0259-\u02c8k\u00e4-s\u0259-t\u0113",
|
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"\u02ccva-r\u0259"
|
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"varicose + -ity":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"circa 1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-093952"
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"varsovienne":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": varsoviana":[]
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"-\u02c8vyen"
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],
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"French, from feminine of varsovien Varsovian, from (assumed) Medieval Latin varsovianus":""
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-100430"
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},
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"variation of latitude":{
|
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"type":[],
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"definitions":{
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": a small periodic change in the observed latitude of any place resulting from wandering of the poles":[]
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"definitions":{
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": the rainy season : monsoon":[]
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"\u02c8v\u0259rsh\u0259"
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"Sanskrit var\u1e63a rain, rainy season; akin to Sanskrit var\u1e63ati it rains, v\u0101r water":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-164347"
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"type":[
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],
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"definitions":{
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": abnormally swollen or dilated":[
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],
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": affected with varicose veins":[
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"varicose legs"
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},
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"\u02c8va-r\u0259-",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0259-\u02cck\u014ds",
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"\u02c8var-\u0259-\u02cck\u014ds"
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],
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"bloated",
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"blown",
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"distended",
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"overinflated",
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"puffed",
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"swollen",
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"tumescent",
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"tumid",
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"turgid"
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Studies have shown that sulphurous mineral water can have promising therapeutic benefits, particularly in people with circulation difficulties ranging from varicose veins to stroke. \u2014 Doctor Fix-it, The Denver Post , 14 July 2020",
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"According to the Allure Medical website, the location offers varicose vein treatment, hormone replacement therapy, dermatology, stem cell therapy, cosmetics and weight loss services. \u2014 Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press , 23 Apr. 2020",
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"Standing for extended periods of time also increases the risks of varicose veins. \u2014 Alan Hedge, Time , 15 Apr. 2020",
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"Meet Emma: She's got dead eyes, varicose veins, and a real Hunchback of Notre Dame thing going on. \u2014 Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics , 1 Nov. 2019",
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"But back to the case study: It should be noted that bleeding from varicose veins is not overly common, Dr. Haurani says. \u2014 Health.com , 4 Sep. 2019",
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"The 76-year-old woman had various health issues such as diabetes, hypertension and varicose veins before the rooster attack, contributing to her death. \u2014 David K. Li, NBC News , 4 Sep. 2019",
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"And compression therapy is said to reduce inflammation and fluid collection, help remove toxins such as lactic acid, improve blood circulation, prevent and eliminate varicose veins, and strengthen loose skin caused by pregnancy or obesity. \u2014 Tyra Mcclung, courant.com , 2 July 2019",
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"Modern compression socks were invented by Conrad Jobst, a dashing German engineer who lived in Toledo, Ohio, and suffered from varicose veins. \u2014 Andrea Denhoed, The New Yorker , 2 July 2019"
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"borrowed from Latin varic\u014dsus \"suffering from dilated veins,\" from varic-, varix \"dilated vein, varix \" + -\u014dsus -ose entry 1":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"circa 1730, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-172927"
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},
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],
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"definitions":{
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": abnormally swollen or dilated":[
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"varicose veins"
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],
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": affected with varicose veins":[
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"varicose legs"
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]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8va-r\u0259-",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0259-\u02cck\u014ds",
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"\u02c8var-\u0259-\u02cck\u014ds"
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],
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"synonyms":[
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"bloated",
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"blown",
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"distended",
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"overinflated",
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"puffed",
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"swollen",
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"tumescent",
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"tumid",
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"turgid"
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],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Studies have shown that sulphurous mineral water can have promising therapeutic benefits, particularly in people with circulation difficulties ranging from varicose veins to stroke. \u2014 Doctor Fix-it, The Denver Post , 14 July 2020",
|
|
"According to the Allure Medical website, the location offers varicose vein treatment, hormone replacement therapy, dermatology, stem cell therapy, cosmetics and weight loss services. \u2014 Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press , 23 Apr. 2020",
|
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"Standing for extended periods of time also increases the risks of varicose veins. \u2014 Alan Hedge, Time , 15 Apr. 2020",
|
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"Meet Emma: She's got dead eyes, varicose veins, and a real Hunchback of Notre Dame thing going on. \u2014 Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics , 1 Nov. 2019",
|
|
"But back to the case study: It should be noted that bleeding from varicose veins is not overly common, Dr. Haurani says. \u2014 Health.com , 4 Sep. 2019",
|
|
"The 76-year-old woman had various health issues such as diabetes, hypertension and varicose veins before the rooster attack, contributing to her death. \u2014 David K. Li, NBC News , 4 Sep. 2019",
|
|
"And compression therapy is said to reduce inflammation and fluid collection, help remove toxins such as lactic acid, improve blood circulation, prevent and eliminate varicose veins, and strengthen loose skin caused by pregnancy or obesity. \u2014 Tyra Mcclung, courant.com , 2 July 2019",
|
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"Modern compression socks were invented by Conrad Jobst, a dashing German engineer who lived in Toledo, Ohio, and suffered from varicose veins. \u2014 Andrea Denhoed, The New Yorker , 2 July 2019"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"borrowed from Latin varic\u014dsus \"suffering from dilated veins,\" from varic-, varix \"dilated vein, varix \" + -\u014dsus -ose entry 1":""
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},
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"circa 1730, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-173439"
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},
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"variation of parameters":{
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": a method for solving a differential equation by first solving a simpler equation and then generalizing this solution properly so as to satisfy the original equation by treating the arbitrary constants not as constants but as variables":[]
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-174717"
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},
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"varix":{
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"type":[
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"adjective",
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": an abnormally dilated or swollen blood or lymph vessel and especially a vein (as of the esophagus or stomach)":[
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"Sclerotherapy has become an accepted treatment for bleeding esophageal varices .",
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"\u2014 The New England Journal of Medicine"
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]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8var-iks",
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"\u02c8ver-iks",
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"\u02c8va-riks"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Often caused by cirrhosis, esophageal varices develop when the liver can\u2019t handle as much blood as normal because of scarring. \u2014 Shari Rudavsky, Indianapolis Star , 4 Apr. 2018"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English, borrowed from Latin varic-, varix , probably derivative from the stem of varus \"inflamed spot on the skin, pimple\"; akin to Lithuanian v\u00ecras \"tapeworm larva, pimple,\" Old High German werra \"varicose vein,\" Old English wearr \"callosity\"":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"14th century, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-174838"
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},
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"varroa mite":{
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"type":[
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"definitions":{},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8va-r\u0259-",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0259-w\u0259-"
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],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Millions of bees have been destroyed to help contain the spread of the deadly varroa mite , which reappeared in the country last week near the Port of Newcastle. \u2014 New York Times , 30 June 2022",
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"Beekeepers then shifted to another miticide called amitraz, but after twenty years of use, the varroa mite is beginning to show signs of resistance with only a limited number of other options in the pipeline. \u2014 Steven Savage, Forbes , 30 Apr. 2022",
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"Some 2 decades ago, researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture and elsewhere began to study related species that can kill the varroa mite . \u2014 Erik Stokstad, Science | AAAS , 4 June 2021",
|
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"The new arrivals can also carry a parasite called the varroa mite , which has decimated bee populations worldwide. \u2014 Erik Stokstad, Science | AAAS , 28 Apr. 2020",
|
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"Not from varroa mites , pesticides, colony collapse disorder, or any of the many other perils now facing honeybee populations across the world, but from hornets\u2014each one a red-eyed giant next to the hairy little bees. \u2014 National Geographic , 8 Feb. 2020",
|
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"Dennis vanEngelsdorp, a professor of entomology at the University of Maryland and chief scientist for the Bee Informed Partnership, said that while extreme weather has worsened honeybees\u2019 plight, the biggest threat is varroa mites . \u2014 Laura Reiley, Washington Post , 6 July 2019",
|
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"As the University of Maryland shares the latest survey results, entomologists there are urging beekeepers to use three different strategies to fight the spread of varroa mites . \u2014 Scott Dance, Washington Post , 20 June 2019",
|
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"Likely reasons include the proliferation of parasitic varroa mites that can spread disease and viruses into bee colonies, the use of pesticides on crops, and even warming temperatures. \u2014 Chase Purdy, Quartz , 20 June 2019"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"borrowed from New Latin Varroa , after Marcus Terentius varro , who wrote about beekeeping in De re rustica":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1983, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-181549"
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},
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"variegated cutworm":{
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"type":[
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"definitions":{
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": a widespread noctuid moth ( Peridroma saucia ) whose larva is destructive to crops":[]
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},
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"synonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"first_known_use":{
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"1922, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-211305"
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},
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"varifocal lens":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": zoom lens":[]
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u00a6va(a)r\u0113+...-",
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"\u00a6ver\u0113"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"vari- + -focal":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220709-231836"
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},
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"variad":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": one of the slightly differentiated subforms that make up a phylogenetic stock or species":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"-\u02ccad"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"vari- + -ad":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-014159"
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},
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"Varronia":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a large genus of tropical American shrubs and trees (family Boraginaceae) having pubescent or scabrous foliage and small usually white flowers with a 4-lobed or 5-lobed limb followed by fruit that is a small slightly fleshy drupe":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
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"v\u0259\u02c8r\u014dn\u0113\u0259"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"New Latin, from Varron-, Varro (Marcus Terentius Varro \u202027 b.c. Roman scholar) + New Latin -ia":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-060239"
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},
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"var lect":{
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"type":[
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"abbreviation"
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],
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"definitions":{
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Latin varia lectio":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-065254"
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},
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"varnashrama":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
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": the institution of caste":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02ccv\u0259r\u02c8n\u00e4shr\u0259m\u0259"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Sanskrit var\u1e47\u0101\u015brama , literally, caste and stage of life, from var\u1e47a varna + \u0101\u015brama ashrama":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-083656"
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},
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"Varna":{
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"type":[
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"geographical name"
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],
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"definitions":{
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"city and port on the Black Sea in eastern Bulgaria population 332,500":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8v\u00e4r-n\u0259"
|
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],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-091642"
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},
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"variant creutzfeldt-jakob disease":{
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a fatal prion disease that is held to be a variant of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease caused by the prion associated with bovine spongiform encephalopathy and contracted by consuming infected beef or beef products":[
|
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"\u2014 abbreviation vCJD"
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]
|
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1996, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-092113"
|
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},
|
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"Varmus":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"biographical name"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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"Harold Elliot 1939\u2013 American microbiologist":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8v\u00e4r-m\u0259s"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-093528"
|
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},
|
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"variative":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"adjective",
|
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"adverb"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": of, relating to, or showing variation":[]
|
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},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8ver\u0113\u02cc\u0101tiv",
|
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"-\u0113\u0259tiv",
|
|
"\u02c8va(a)r-"
|
|
],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Latin variat us (past participle of variare to vary) + English -ive":""
|
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-094003"
|
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},
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"Variag":{
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": varangian":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8v\u00e4r\u0113\u02cc\u00e4g"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Russian Varyag , of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse V\u00e6ringjar Varangians":""
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-095514"
|
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},
|
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"Varronian":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"adjective"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": of or relating to a person having the surname Varro (as Marcus Terentius Varro)":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"-\u0113\u0259n"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Latin varronianus , from the Roman surname Varron-, Varro":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-122726"
|
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},
|
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"variform":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"adjective",
|
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"adverb"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": having various forms : varied or different in form : diversiform":[]
|
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},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02c8va(a)r\u0259\u02ccf\u022frm",
|
|
"\u02c8ver-",
|
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"-f\u022f(\u0259)m"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"vari- + -form":""
|
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},
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-125016"
|
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},
|
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"variocoupler":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": an inductive coupler the mutual inductance of which is adjustable by moving one coil with respect to the other":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u00a6ver\u0113(\u02cc)\u014d",
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"\u00a6va(a)r\u0113(\u02cc)\u014d+"
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"vari- + coupler":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-130013"
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"varmint gun":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": varminter":[]
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220715-094637"
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"type":[
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"noun"
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"definitions":{},
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"pronounciation":[
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"v\u0259-\u02c8r\u012b-\u0259-l\u0259",
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"\u02ccver-\u0113-\u02c8\u014d-l\u0259"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"The variola virus that caused smallpox was not only lethal but also highly contagious. \u2014 William A. Haseltine, Forbes , 21 June 2022",
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"The variola virus that causes smallpox and the monkeypox virus belong to the same family. \u2014 Jacqueline Howard, CNN , 24 May 2022",
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"But other viruses, including influenza and variola (pox) have been found in archaeological human remains as much as 400 years old, and M\u00fchlemann says that others like herpes viruses, parvoviruses, and adenoviruses might be good candidates. \u2014 Kiona N. Smith, Ars Technica , 11 May 2018",
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"Additional testing of the variola samples is under way to determine if the material in the vials is viable (i.e., can grow in tissue culture). \u2014 Maryn Mckenna, WIRED , 8 July 2014"
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"borrowed from Medieval Latin, \"pustule, pox,\" going back to Late Latin, \"pustule,\" from varius \"affected by pox, leprous\" (adjective derivative of varus \"pimple\" + Latin -ola , variant of -ula -ule after vowels) \u2014 more at varix":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1543, in the meaning defined above":""
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-152513"
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"varium et mutabile semper femina":{
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"type":[
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"Latin quotation from Virgil"
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"definitions":{
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": woman is ever a fickle and changeable thing":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02ccw\u00e4r-\u0113-u\u0307m-\u02ccet-\u02ccm\u00fc-\u02c8t\u00e4-bi-le-\u02ccsem-\u02ccper-\u02c8f\u0101-mi-n\u00e4"
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],
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"examples":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220715-104246"
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},
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"varia lectio":{
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"type":[
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"Latin noun phrase"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": variant reading or readings":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02ccw\u00e4r-\u0113-\u00e4-\u02c8lek-t\u0113-\u02cc\u014d"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-194204"
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},
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"variant":{
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"type":[
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"adjective",
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": manifesting variety , deviation, or disagreement":[],
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": varying usually slightly from the standard form":[
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"variant readings",
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"variant spellings"
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],
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": variable":[],
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": one of two or more persons or things exhibiting usually slight differences: such as":[],
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": one that exhibits variation from a type or norm":[],
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": one of two or more different spellings (such as labor and labour ) or pronunciations (as of economics \\ek-, \u0113k-\\) of the same word":[],
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": one of two or more words (such as geographic and geographical ) or word elements (such as mon- and mono- ) of essentially the same meaning differing only in the presence or absence of an affix":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259nt",
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"\u02c8ver-\u0113-\u0259nt, \u02c8var-"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Adjective",
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"variant strains of a disease",
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"Noun",
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"A new variant of the disease has appeared."
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English variaunt , borrowed from Anglo-French variant , borrowed from Latin variant-, varians \"variegated, various,\" from present participle of vari\u0101re \"to make changeable, vary \"":"Adjective",
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"noun derivative of variant entry 1":"Noun"
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2":"Adjective",
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"circa 1848, in the meaning defined above":"Noun"
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-213209"
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},
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"variegated thistle":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": milk thistle sense 1":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220710-221208"
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},
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"variegated grass":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": ribbon grass":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-001840"
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},
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"variegated spurge":{
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
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": snow-on-the-mountain sense 2":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-010514"
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},
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"variola equina":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": horsepox":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"-\u0113\u02c8kw\u012bn\u0259"
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],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"New Latin":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-034639"
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},
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"Varronian satire":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": a form of dramatic satire practiced by Marcus Terentius Varro":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-043412"
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},
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"variegated copper ore":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": bornite":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-052847"
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},
|
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"variator":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"-\u0113\u02cc\u0101t\u0259(r)"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Latin variat us + English -or":""
|
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-095049"
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},
|
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"variegated spider monkey":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a black, white, and yellow South American spider monkey ( Ateles variegatus )":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{},
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-113141"
|
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},
|
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"variatus":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a fish ( Platypoecilus variatus ) related to the common platy and often kept in the tropical aquarium":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02ccver\u0113\u02c8\u0101t\u0259s",
|
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"\u02ccva(a)r-"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"New Latin variatus (specific epithet of Platypoecilus variatus ), from Latin, past participle of variare to vary":""
|
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-130322"
|
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},
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"variegated sheldrake":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": paradise duck":[]
|
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},
|
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|
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-154341"
|
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},
|
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"varitypist":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": an operator of a VariTyper machine":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"-p\u0259\u0307st"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"varitype entry 1 + -ist":""
|
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-164347"
|
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},
|
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"VariTyper":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": a machine for composing text matter often in justified lines that is similar in operation to a typewriter but has changeable type":[
|
|
"\u2014 formerly a U.S. registered trademark"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
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"-p\u0259(r)"
|
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],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-202839"
|
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},
|
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"varminter":{
|
|
"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a rifle designed especially for hunting varmints":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
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"-t\u0259(r)"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"varmint entry 1 + -er":""
|
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-210808"
|
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},
|
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"varitype":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun",
|
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"verb"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a VariTyper machine":[],
|
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": the process of composing text matter by means of a VariTyper machine":[],
|
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": to set by varitype":[],
|
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": to operate a VariTyper machine":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\"",
|
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"-r\u0259\u0307\u02cc-",
|
|
"\u02c8ver\u0113\u02cct\u012bp",
|
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"\u02c8va(a)r-",
|
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"\u02c8v\u0101r-"
|
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],
|
|
"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"back-formation from VariTyper":"Noun"
|
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-215242"
|
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},
|
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"varic-":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"combining form"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": varix":[
|
|
"varic osis",
|
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"varico cele"
|
|
]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
|
"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"Latin varic-, varix":""
|
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220711-231816"
|
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},
|
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"varicella":{
|
|
"type":[
|
|
"noun"
|
|
],
|
|
"definitions":{
|
|
": chicken pox":[]
|
|
},
|
|
"pronounciation":[
|
|
"\u02ccvar-\u0259-\u02c8sel-\u0259",
|
|
"\u02ccver-\u0259-\u02c8se-l\u0259",
|
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"\u02ccva-r\u0259-"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
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"Earlier this month, Justin told fans he had been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a condition that occurs when a varicella -zoster virus infects a facial nerve. \u2014 Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR , 22 June 2022",
|
|
"Last Friday, Bieber revealed via an Instagram video that he has been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome\u2014a condition that occurs when a varicella -zoster virus infects a nerve in the head. \u2014 Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR , 13 June 2022",
|
|
"The varicella -zoster virus remains in the body long after chicken pox has passed and can later reactivate as shingles. \u2014 Ebony Williams, ajc , 11 June 2022",
|
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"The syndrome itself is not contagious, but a reactivation of the varicella -zoster virus could cause chickenpox in people who have not previously been vaccinated for it or had the condition. \u2014 Marina Pitofsky, USA TODAY , 10 June 2022",
|
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"Treatment/vaccine status: Two-dose varicella vaccine for children 12 months and older; shingles vaccine for adults 50 and older; antivirals can reduce disease severity and accelerate healing if infected. \u2014 USA Today , 23 May 2022",
|
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"In the most recent school year, kindergartners had a 93.9% vaccination rate for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), 93.6% for diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis, and 93.6% for varicella . \u2014 Virginia Langmaid, CNN , 21 Apr. 2022",
|
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"Treatment/vaccine status: Two-dose varicella vaccine for children 12 months and older; shingles vaccine for adults 50 and older; antivirals can reduce disease severity and accelerate healing if infected. \u2014 AZCentral.com , 5 May 2022",
|
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"Both varicella -zoster\u2014the proper name for the chicken-pox virus\u2014and the coronavirus are spread through the air, and both can be contagious before any symptoms are evident. \u2014 Jessica Winter, The New Yorker , 7 Feb. 2022"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"borrowed from New Latin, from vari- (in variola variola ) + Medieval Latin -cella , diminutive suffix (extracted from nouns such as n\u0101vicella , diminutive of Latin n\u0101vicula \"boat,\" diminutive of n\u0101vis \"ship\")":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1771, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-040041"
|
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},
|
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"varicellate":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"adjective"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": having small or indistinct varices":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"-e\u02ccl\u0101t"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"New Latin varicella (diminutive of varic-, varix ) + English -ate":""
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-054856"
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},
|
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"varicocele":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
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],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a varicose enlargement of the veins of the spermatic cord":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8ver-\u0259-k\u014d-\u02ccs\u0113l",
|
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"\u02c8var-i-k\u014d-\u02ccs\u0113l",
|
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"\u02c8va-r\u0259-"
|
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[
|
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
|
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"The cause could also be a varicocele , an enlargement of the veins within the scrotum, which can sometimes be corrected with a relatively simple surgery called a varicocelectomy. \u2014 Chloe Melas, CNN , 13 July 2021",
|
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"Meanwhile, Laz, 32, has high levels of anti-sperm antibodies and bilateral varicocele . \u2014 Rebecca Speare-cole, Health.com , 20 May 2021",
|
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"Most of the time, varicoceles (which are common) don\u2019t lead to fertility issues, but they\u2019re estimated to occur in 35 percent of men tested for infertility. \u2014 Hallie Levine, New York Times , 18 Apr. 2020",
|
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"Some causes of infertility in men include: Varicocele A varicocele is swelling of one or several of the veins that drain the testicle. \u2014 Jennifer Gerson, Marie Claire , 1 Oct. 2018"
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"borrowed from New Latin varicoc\u0113l\u0113 , from Latin varic-, varix \"varicose vein, varix \" + New Latin -o- -o- + -c\u0113l\u0113 -cele":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1736, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-073816"
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},
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"variolar":{
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"type":[
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"adjective"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": variolous":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"v\u0259\u02c8r\u012b\u0259l\u0259(r)"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"New Latin variola + English -ar":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1808, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-074711"
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},
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"variole":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": foveola":[],
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": a spherule of a variolite":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8va(a)r-",
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"\u02c8ver\u0113\u02cc\u014dl"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Medieval Latin variola pustule, pox":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"1826, in the meaning defined at sense 1":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-074821"
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},
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"varices":{
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"type":[
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"adjective",
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": an abnormally dilated or swollen blood or lymph vessel and especially a vein (as of the esophagus or stomach)":[
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"Sclerotherapy has become an accepted treatment for bleeding esophageal varices .",
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"\u2014 The New England Journal of Medicine"
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]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"\u02c8va-riks",
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"\u02c8ver-iks",
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"\u02c8var-iks"
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],
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
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"Often caused by cirrhosis, esophageal varices develop when the liver can\u2019t handle as much blood as normal because of scarring. \u2014 Shari Rudavsky, Indianapolis Star , 4 Apr. 2018"
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],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"Middle English, borrowed from Latin varic-, varix , probably derivative from the stem of varus \"inflamed spot on the skin, pimple\"; akin to Lithuanian v\u00ecras \"tapeworm larva, pimple,\" Old High German werra \"varicose vein,\" Old English wearr \"callosity\"":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
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"14th century, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-075215"
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},
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"varistor":{
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"type":[
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"noun"
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],
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"definitions":{
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": an electrical resistor whose resistance depends on the applied voltage":[]
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},
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"pronounciation":[
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"va-\u02c8ri-st\u0259r",
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"ve-"
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
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"vari- + resi(stor)":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1937, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-080608"
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},
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"varicoid":{
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"type":[
|
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"adjective"
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],
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"definitions":{
|
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": resembling a varix":[]
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8var\u0259\u02cck\u022fid"
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],
|
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"synonyms":[],
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"antonyms":[],
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"varic- + -oid":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-102651"
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},
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"variolic":{
|
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"type":[
|
|
"adjective"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{
|
|
": variolous":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
|
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"examples":[],
|
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"New Latin variola + English -ic":""
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},
|
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1753, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-105822"
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},
|
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"variolite":{
|
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"type":[
|
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"noun"
|
|
],
|
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"definitions":{
|
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": a basic rock embedded with whitish spherules":[]
|
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},
|
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"pronounciation":[
|
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"\u02c8va(a)r-",
|
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"\u02c8ver\u0113\u0259\u02ccl\u012bt"
|
|
],
|
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"synonyms":[],
|
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"antonyms":[],
|
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"synonym_discussion":"",
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"examples":[],
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"history_and_etymology":{
|
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"probably from New Latin variolites , from Medieval Latin variola pustule, pox + Latin -ites -ite":""
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},
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"first_known_use":{
|
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"1781, in the meaning defined above":""
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},
|
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"time_of_retrieval":"20220712-125503"
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}
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} |