fluctuations

plural of fluctuation
as in oscillations
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 fluctuations That abundance could reduce dependence on lithium mining and price fluctuations. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026 The condition is also marked by dramatic fluctuations in alertness that occur within hours of the same day. — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026 Jefferies analyst David Katz told CNBC in an interview that companies that hedge do so primarily to manage the cost of fuel, but also to manage Wall Street expectations and prevent hectic stock trading based on fluctuations in the price of fuel. — Catriona Marangi, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2026 Slight fluctuations in carat weight, too, don’t correlate with noticeable differences in the diamond’s physical size. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026 Migraine Migraine, a neurological disorder that can cause throbbing headaches, light sensitivity and visual changes, is particularly sensitive to estrogen fluctuations. — Cheyenne Buckingham, Washington Post, 24 Oct. 2026 Farms are at the behest of market fluctuations, domestic policy, international relations and mother nature. — Saige Miller, NPR, 23 Oct. 2026 Seasonal fluctuations typically provide price relief for drivers in the fall. — ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026 Bosomworth noted that estrogen fluctuations shape recovery and inflammation across the menstrual cycle, making timing and intensity more consequential for women than men. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluctuations
Noun
  • That haziness gets more distorted on the title track, which hits its apex with siren-like oscillations.
    — Cassidy Sollazzo, Pitchfork, 14 Oct. 2026
  • However, the experiments demonstrated coordinated oscillations, not a robot capable of performing multiple practical tasks.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026
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  • Huang has said that this system gives his company the flexibility to react to rapid changes in technology and remain agile.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Nov. 2026
  • For example, a digital twin of an industrial pump could use vibration and temperature readings to detect changes that indicate developing mechanical problems.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026

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“Fluctuations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuations. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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