1
as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
a fluctuating stock market makes it hard for investors to know what to do
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as in changing
not staying constant
our speed was constantly fluctuating, so the figure of 50 miles per hour is just an average
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as in varying
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
temperatures will fluctuate between the low and high 50s today
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Recent Examples of fluctuating
Nick Miller, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
The same amount of water per unit time can arrive as a smooth, steady rain of many small drops or as a strongly fluctuating shower with fewer but much larger drops.
—Douglas Natelson, Scientific American, 19 Mar. 2024
Irwin said that the characters’ runaway emotions are mirrored by the wildly fluctuating time signatures.
—Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 25 Jan. 2024
Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2025
These digital assets will see their value constantly fluctuating.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
This area is crucial for handling complex, urban delivery environments and fluctuating demand, yet many companies still use static zoning, leading to imbalances in workload and higher costs.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
Cryptocurrencies are notoriously unpredictable, with token prices capable of fluctuating significantly over short durations.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
All share the same problem of fluctuating demand and expensive capacity.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
Covering them can help mimic the conditions of a cellar—insulating them against fluctuating temperatures and keeping them from drying out.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Steve Madden Long-Sleeve Chambray Romper Dressing for fall’s fluctuating temperatures is all about finding the correct balance, and this romper from Steve Madden offers just the right amount of coverage.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
After fluctuating in the wake of the report, the stock gained more than 3% during the conference call.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Many rival fans have had a good laugh at Tottenham and their wildly fluctuating results this season.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
The same amount of water per unit time can arrive as a smooth, steady rain of many small drops or as a strongly fluctuating shower with fewer but much larger drops.
—Douglas Natelson, Scientific American, 19 Mar. 2024
Irwin said that the characters’ runaway emotions are mirrored by the wildly fluctuating time signatures.
—Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 25 Jan. 2024
Verb
The dress is made from a fine-gauge knit that offers warmth without feeling bulky, which is essential for fluctuating weather.
—Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2025
These digital assets will see their value constantly fluctuating.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
This area is crucial for handling complex, urban delivery environments and fluctuating demand, yet many companies still use static zoning, leading to imbalances in workload and higher costs.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
Cryptocurrencies are notoriously unpredictable, with token prices capable of fluctuating significantly over short durations.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
All share the same problem of fluctuating demand and expensive capacity.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
Covering them can help mimic the conditions of a cellar—insulating them against fluctuating temperatures and keeping them from drying out.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Steve Madden Long-Sleeve Chambray Romper Dressing for fall’s fluctuating temperatures is all about finding the correct balance, and this romper from Steve Madden offers just the right amount of coverage.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
After fluctuating in the wake of the report, the stock gained more than 3% during the conference call.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluctuating
Adjective
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France has been grappling with political and economic turmoil in recent weeks, with the country seeing nationwide protests , the ousting of its Prime Minister and volatile government borrowing costs .—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
24 Sep. 2025
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However, the data are volatile on a monthly basis.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The siblings make it through the funeral uneventfully, but the reading of their father’s will throws all of their lives in disarray, changing the course of their futures forever.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
25 Sep. 2025
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Gartner asserts that such a broad array of capabilities—which seem to be constantly changing and being upgraded, especially in the age of RaaS’ rise—will demand a more acute focus on how those systems interact with one another and work toward business goals.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But a live show — especially an outdoor one— is sometimes subject to unpredictable circumstances.—
Mackenzie Schmidt,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Ross Intermediate School in Butler County will close due to declining enrollment and unpredictable state funding.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
26 Sep. 2025
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Laminate is also typically water-resistant, with different products offering varying levels of resistance.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Sep. 2025
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In the wake of the storm, at least 57 landslides of varying complexities blocked the route, according to the NPS.—
Graham Hurley,
CNN Money,
21 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Rigorous, blustery winter; winding sleety spring; hot, moist enervating summer; changeful autumn with its dog-days; these are absolutely unknown.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Jan. 2023
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Hers is the kind of face that inspires directors to tight framing — gleaming, as if smoothed from marble, and yet somehow pliant, changeful.—
Jordan Kisner Jack Davison,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2022
Adjective
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Their offense has looked uneven, especially in the passing game under Arch Manning, who has thrown for about 579 yards with six touchdowns and three interceptions.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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Omni-Grip traction on these shoes keeps you steady on slick or uneven terrain, while cushioning with high-energy return helps power each step.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In response, manager Joe Espada constructed his 148th batting order in the season’s 156th game, shifting longtime leadoff man Jose Altuve back into a familiar role.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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Legally, national parks are required to study and preserve their landscapes and sites, and shifting focus to visitor experiences means some decades-old research projects are being put on hold or dropped entirely.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
21 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These were detected by comparing 562 pairs of satellite images (resolution <1 m/pixel) of 74 unstable sites taken at different times.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Sep. 2025
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According to Brandon’s family, his condition remains unstable.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
20 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Fluctuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuating. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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