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as in liquid
capable of moving like a liquid
warm the jam until it is fluid, then spread it over the cake
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2
as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
the script is still fluid at this point, so be prepared for last-minute rewrites
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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort
the dance looked smooth and fluid, though backstage we could see the dancer gasping for breath and sweating from the effort
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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
his arrival plans are fluid, so expect him anytime
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Recent Examples of fluid
The effect was stronger when iCub’s gestures were broad, fluid, and well-synchronized with the human’s.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
With that spirit in mind, the yacht has been tailored to offer fluid layouts alongside smart use of space and minimalist interiors that let the yacht’s core design speak for itself.
—Katia Damborsky, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The situation, however, seems fluid.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
To address this, many states are turning to oral fluid testing — or saliva tests — which can detect recent drug use more quickly.
—Andrew Yockey, The Conversation, 11 Sep. 2025
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
With that spirit in mind, the yacht has been tailored to offer fluid layouts alongside smart use of space and minimalist interiors that let the yacht’s core design speak for itself.
—Katia Damborsky, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The situation, however, seems fluid.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
To address this, many states are turning to oral fluid testing — or saliva tests — which can detect recent drug use more quickly.
—Andrew Yockey, The Conversation, 11 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluid
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Every asset that remains exclusively offchain becomes less liquid, less accessible, and more expensive to trade relative to tokenized alternatives.—
Sandy Peng,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Brittany Snow stepped out to present in a strapless gold dress with a liquid metal effect.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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CFMoto has given the naked a custom subframe, gullwing-style swingarm, and KYB suspension, which includes 41 mm upside-down forks and a monoshock – both of which are adjustable.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 Sep. 2025
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This Amazon version features the same suede leather construction, adjustable metal buckle straps, and non-slip outsole, along with a cork footbed with a deep heel cup for lightweight cushioning and arch support.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
11 Sep. 2025
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The trio, working in tandem with a blend of 30 essential oils and extracts, comes together to condition hair follicles, relieve dry scalp, smooth split ends, and enhance hair elasticity.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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The smooth leather finish gives a polished look that can easily be dressed up or down.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Yet last week’s warning from Jet2, a business respected for its cost control and excellent customer service, has served as a reminder that, for all the impressive growth of recent years, this remains a volatile and sometimes unpredictable sector.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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While any single month can be volatile and revisions can further change our understanding, hiring ground to a halt in May and June in the uncertain aftermath of the Liberation Day tariff announcements.—
Jeffrey Schulze,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The 47-footer is both spacious and versatile, with a walkaround deck, a modular aft deck, a flowing, open-plan layout, and a surprising amount of internal volume.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
28 Aug. 2025
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Underground shelters in space Lava tubes form when flowing lava solidifies on the surface while molten rock continues moving below.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Aug. 2025
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The company pointed out that the integration of laser systems on the lightweight, highly mobile ISV platform reflects a commitment to scalable, adaptable, and expeditionary force protection solutions.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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Samsung's success has shown that foldables are a functional evolution of mobile hardware—one that turns the phone into an adaptable tool able to transition from compact to expansive, depending on the task at hand.—
Mark Vena,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The bipartisan vote signals that the final passage will likely be easy to gain as the upper chamber looks to pass the defense bill this month.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps the easiest was an airplane flying overhead.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Charleston’s unpredictable climate means summer can stretch well into October, then randomly resurface in January.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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With recent polls showing Mamdani leading his rivals by double digits, the intersection of Hochul’s pragmatism, Mamdani’s outreach, and the powerful symbolism of their evolving relationship promises a uniquely unpredictable contest for New York’s future.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Fluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluid. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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