Pronunciation: /vɑr/
noun Video Assistant Referee (VAR) is a technology used in soccer to help referees make more accurate decisions.
A1 VAR is a type of variable in programming.
A2 In statistics, VAR stands for value at risk.
B1 The VAR of this investment portfolio is calculated to be $100,000.
B2 Financial institutions use VAR to measure their risk exposure.
C1 The company's risk management team analyzes VAR to assess potential losses.
C2 Sophisticated algorithms are used to calculate VAR in high-frequency trading.
adjective There are specific rules and regulations that govern the use of VAR in soccer matches.
A1 The varnish on the table was peeling.
A2 She used varnish to protect the wood from water damage.
B1 The varnish gave the furniture a glossy finish.
B2 He spent hours applying varnish to the wooden floors.
C1 The varnish on the antique dresser was expertly applied.
C2 The varnish protected the painting from fading in the sunlight.
formal The VAR system in football has helped referees make more accurate decisions.
informal VAR is supposed to make sure there are no more controversial calls in soccer.
slang VAR is the new sheriff in town when it comes to officiating in sports.
figurative In life, we sometimes wish we had a VAR system to review our decisions before making them.
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