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
Despite rising regional competition and challenges, including perceptions of safety and currency fluctuations, Bangkok is expected to remain resilient by prioritizing sustainable growth and high-quality visitor experiences.
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Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, life changes like pregnancy, weight fluctuations, and aging, may necessitate lifts or revision surgery later.
—Essence, 7 Jan. 2026
Mulch insulates the roots and crown of the plant, helping to moderate temperature fluctuations and minimize the impacts of freeze-thaw cycles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
But Roethling says these products can spoil quickly and lose their efficacy when kept in an area with temperature and humidity fluctuations.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 Jan. 2026
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Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, life changes like pregnancy, weight fluctuations, and aging, may necessitate lifts or revision surgery later.
—Essence, 7 Jan. 2026
Mulch insulates the roots and crown of the plant, helping to moderate temperature fluctuations and minimize the impacts of freeze-thaw cycles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
But Roethling says these products can spoil quickly and lose their efficacy when kept in an area with temperature and humidity fluctuations.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluctuation
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Casimir said the plates would act as a kind of guillotine for the electromagnetic field, chopping off long-wavelength oscillations in a way that would skew the zero-point energy.—
George Musser,
Quanta Magazine,
5 Jan. 2026
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The oscillation of a standing wave is a seiche.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
30 Dec. 2025
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In November 2025, Chief Jaime Moore was sworn in as the new head of the department following leadership changes, brought on by the handling of the Palisades Fire.—
Jeff Nguyen,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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That simple change would introduce real competition, allowing merchants to choose lower-cost options and forcing the dominant players to compete on price and service--just like any other market.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Fluctuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuation. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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