Definition of fluctuationnext
as in oscillation
the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another political instability that resulted in wild fluctuations in the overseas stock markets

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Recent Examples of fluctuation With some relatively minor fluctuations, the production’s grosses steadily fell to the low-$900,000s and upper-$800,000s, sinking to an engagement low of $691,071. Greg Evans, Deadline, 15 July 2026 Once the chain of amino acids is properly folded, continuing thermal fluctuations merely induce a bit of random wiggling. Quanta Magazine, 15 July 2026 These changes could be caused by a number of factors, the county added, including fluctuations in household income and policy changes affecting eligibility. Laura Horne, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026 Larger ponds are generally more forgiving, as greater water volume helps buffer fluctuations in water chemistry and temperature. Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluctuation
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Noun
  • Rapid oscillations trigger muscle contractions that can indirectly support lymph movement.
    Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026
  • When two black holes collide, their song ripples through the very fabric of existence, creating a thundering chorus of oscillations in spacetime that echo across the universe like the fading gong of a bell.
    Sam Macdonald, Scientific American, 26 June 2026
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  • Ortega and Murillo further expanded their authority through sweeping constitutional changes that took effect in 2025.
    Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
  • The local media business has seen major changes in recent years with the massive growth in social media, YouTube, Spotify and TikTok as competition for eyeballs.
    Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 21 July 2026

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“Fluctuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuation. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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