varies

[vair-eez]

verb

1. the third person singular present indicative of vary.

Word History and Origins

Origin of varies¹

vary + -s ²

Example Sentences

Patients must apply it consistently for several months before seeing results, and even then, the response varies from person to person.

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In New York, the statute of limitations for contesting a will is typically three years from the date that the will is probated, although it varies by state.

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He hasn't settled a slew of wars; the exact count of how many he claims to have ended varies depending how he tells it.

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The Moon's orbit around the Earth is not circular but elliptical, meaning that the distance between the two varies throughout the year.

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The cost varies, with some charging around £99 for a single dose.

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Related Words

• alter 
• differ 
• diverge 
• diversify 
• divide 
• fluctuate 
• modify 
• range