Thesaurus results for FLUCTUATION

fluctuation

noun

ˌflək-chə-ˈwā-shən

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 The door is subject to significant temperature fluctuation every time it's opened, which accelerates bacterial growth. —

Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026 The data is adjusted for seasonal fluctuations. —

Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026 DeSantis has said fluctuations in oil prices could blunt the impact of any suspension of the gas tax. —

Orlando Sentinel and Miami Herald Editorial Boards, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026 The metric excludes pricing and foreign exchange fluctuations to reflect demand more accurately. —

Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluctuation

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That is an oscillation of the Moon, causing parts near the edge of the disc that are often not visible from the Earth to sometimes come into view.

— Ray Petelin, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
There are some adjustments that stand out — the Nationals are crushing fastballs and swinging less with two strikes — but overall, this is an offense of oscillation.

— Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026