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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
With the threat of disruptive protests ever-present, the venues and plans have been kept fluid.
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Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 27 June 2025
At the exhibition in Metz, all of these works are presented in fluid succession, showcasing both the freewheeling contemporary ethos of the Pompidou Center Metz and the sprawling collections of the Louvre.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2025
Roster turnover in the transfer portal age has now made the conference even more fluid.
—Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 19 June 2025
The way partners support their significant others in business ventures and family-building requires a new framework—one that extends beyond traditional gender roles and embraces a more fluid approach to leadership both in the workplace and at home.
—Willow Kai, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
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Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 27 June 2025
At the exhibition in Metz, all of these works are presented in fluid succession, showcasing both the freewheeling contemporary ethos of the Pompidou Center Metz and the sprawling collections of the Louvre.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2025
Roster turnover in the transfer portal age has now made the conference even more fluid.
—Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 19 June 2025
The way partners support their significant others in business ventures and family-building requires a new framework—one that extends beyond traditional gender roles and embraces a more fluid approach to leadership both in the workplace and at home.
—Willow Kai, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for fluid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluid
Adjective
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Highly liquid and transferable stablecoins may start to supplant some of the base building blocks and revenue drivers of the existing financial system.—
Steven Dudash,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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What to use it for: Cleaning up liquid spills, hair, and fur, as well as dirt, dust, and other debris.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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For detangling, expect the spray to work through knots so all that’s left are smooth strands that are much easier to style.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
8 July 2025
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One reviewer praised the smooth wheels and durable hardside shell that didn’t get marked up during their travels.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Whether or not all these pricing updates are related to tariffs is unclear, but the volatile trade war has brought uncertainty.—
Julian Chokkattu,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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That matters for investors seeking capital preservation as equity and bond markets remain volatile.—
Artem Milinchuk,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The design seems to be based on the recent Himalayan 450, albeit with more flowing lines across the seat and faux fuel tank, a ridged motif across the top of the fuel tank and battery cover, and sculpted mainframe and subframe bits.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
11 June 2025
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While traversing steep mountain trails and navigating undulating bent grass greens at Cliffhangers, golfers will drive carts through cascading waterfalls, cross swift flowing creeks, and wind through a cave system.—
Erik Matuszewski,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Instead, the future of the energy sector will be defined by adaptable innovation.—
Vaishali Nigam Sinha,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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This shirt dress can easily be worn to a beachside dinner or as a poolside coverup, and shoppers love it for its smooth, breezy material, adaptable style, and relaxed yet stylish fit.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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The manicure is elegant, natural, and easy to recreate.—
Lina-Marie Baatz,
Glamour,
7 July 2025
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But gamblers are required to keep up with their losses themselves—and the IRS often asks them to back up those claims, something that’s not always easy.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
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But for investors who are wary of the susceptibility of Argos’s sales to the unpredictable nature of the weather, the team is ramping up its efforts to expand its products to include stockless ranges.—
John Choong,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The head of the European Central Bank said inflation has become more unpredictable due to shocks like the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine — and that policymakers need to take the possibility of such extreme scenarios into account and communicate them to the public as well.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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They are entitled to health, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance, along with retirement plans and flexible spending accounts.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Building Flexibility Into Your Estate Plan Revocable Living Trusts as Your Foundation A revocable living trust can serve as the cornerstone of flexible estate planning.—
Patti Brennan,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Fluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluid. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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