variation on

Examples (10)

• This story is a modern variation on the classic 'Romeo and Juliet' theme.
• The chef prepared a delightful variation on the traditional pasta dish.
• His latest sculpture is an interesting variation on his earlier abstract forms.
• The new software feature is a practical variation on an existing function.
• Many folk songs are simply variations on a few fundamental melodies.
• The architect proposed a bold variation on the standard building design.
• Her argument was merely a clever variation on what others had already said.
• This dance routine offers a dynamic variation on classical ballet moves.
• We observed a slight variation on the usual experimental procedure.
• The film's plot proved to be just another variation on the familiar underdog narrative.